Sopa Seca De Tortillas

Sopa Seca De Tortillas is a comforting Mexican-inspired dish that transforms simple corn tortillas into a savory, layered casserole. Thin strips of tortilla are fried in lard until crisp, then layered with a robust sauce made from sauted onions, green chilies, heavy cream, and tomato puree. Shredded jack cheese adds a creamy melt, while dots of butter enhance the richness. This dish offers a delightful contrast of texturescrunchy tortillas against the smooth, warm sauce. Its perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or anytime you crave something satisfying and flavorful. With its aromatic spices and deep, savory notes, this recipe brings authentic home-style cooking to your table.

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing, Stewing

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 6

Calories: 1001.1

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

Sopa Seca De Tortillas is a comforting Mexican-inspired dish that transforms simple corn tortillas into a savory, layered casserole. Thin strips of tortilla are fried in lard until crisp, then layered with a robust sauce made from sauted onions, green chilies, heavy cream, and tomato puree. Shredded jack cheese adds a creamy melt, while dots of butter enhance the richness. This dish offers a delightful contrast of texturescrunchy tortillas against the smooth, warm sauce. Its perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or anytime you crave something satisfying and flavorful. With its aromatic spices and deep, savory notes, this recipe brings authentic home-style cooking to your table.

Ingredients

12 Corn Tortillas
1/3 cup Lard; or shortening
1 cup Onion; minced
2 tablespoon Lard; or shortening
4 Canned Green chilies; seeded
1 cup Heavy cream
1 cup Tomato puree
0.5 lb Jack cheese; shredded
2 tablespoon Butter
to taste Salt

Directions

1
Preheat the oven to 350F (175C).
2
Cut the corn tortillas into thin strips using scissors or a knife.
3
Heat 1/3 cup of lard or shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Fry the tortilla strips in the lard until crisp but not browned.
5
Remove the fried tortilla strips and drain them on paper towels. Set aside.
6
In a separate skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of lard or shortening over medium heat.
7
Add the minced onion and saut until transparent and softened, about 5 minutes.
8
Stir in the seeded green chilies, heavy cream, and tomato puree.
9
Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10
Season the sauce with salt to taste.
11
Grease a baking dish and spread half of the fried tortilla strips on the bottom.
12
Pour half of the sauce over the tortilla strips.
13
Sprinkle half of the shredded jack cheese over the sauce.
14
Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla strips, sauce, and cheese.
15
Dot the top layer with butter.
16
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1001.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.3g78%
Saturated Fat 14.2g71%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1017.4mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 110.7g37%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g60%
Sugars 13.3g
Protein 19.9g40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.

Substitutions: Use vegetable oil instead of lard for a vegetarian version. You can substitute jack cheese with cheddar or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.

Variations: Add cooked chicken or beef to make it a heartier meal. For extra heat, add diced jalapeos or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.

Tip: Ensure the tortilla strips are crisp before layering to maintain texture in the final dish.

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