Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 can of corn
- 1 can of black beans
- 1 can of tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 4 cups of beef broth
- 2 cups of water
- 1 cup of totopo chips
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Soup bowls
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in the beef broth and water. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
5. Add the totopo chips to the soup and stir. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking the ground beef, low heat for simmering the soup.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 380
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 30g
Sodium: 1500mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for the ground beef.
- Any type of canned beans can be used in place of black beans.
- Any type of cheese can be used in place of cheddar cheese.
Variations:
- Add diced avocado to the soup as a garnish.
- Use tortilla chips instead of totopo chips.
- Add a dollop of sour cream to each bowl of soup.
Tips and tricks:
- If you prefer a spicier soup, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- If you don't have totopo chips, you can use tortilla chips instead.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy meal.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in colorful bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Garnishes:
Shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream.
Pairings:
Serve this soup with a side salad or crusty bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Garlic bread
- Cornbread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more water or beef broth to thin it out.
- If the soup is too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce the liquid.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Store any leftover soup in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
Totopo chips are a traditional Mexican snack made from corn tortillas that are cut into triangles and fried until crispy.
Flavor profiles:
This soup has a rich and savory flavor with a hint of spice from the chili powder and cumin.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this soup as a main course for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Mexican