Recipe Details
Ingredients
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10(6-inch)corn tortillas, cut into 1/2-inch strips
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1 ½cupsvegetable oil for frying
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salt to taste
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4cupschicken broth
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1cupfresh cilantro leaves
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2largetomatoes
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1largeonion
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1tablespoonchopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
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1teaspoonsalt, or to taste
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2avocados — peeled, pitted, and diced
Cooking Directions
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Heat oil in large skillet and carefully drop in half the tortilla strips. Fry in batches until golden brown and crunchy. Place fried tortilla strips on a paper towel-lined plate and pat dry. Sprinkle salt on tortillas, tossing to coat both sides.
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Using a blender or food processor, blend tomatoes, onion, and cilantro until completely puréed.
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In a saucepan, heat chicken broth, chipotle chili, and puréed vegetables. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Ladle soup into serving bowls. Prior to serving, add tortilla strips and avocado.
Editor’s Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Tips
Just before serving, add tortilla strips and avocado cubes, so the tortillas stay crunchy.
Nutrition Facts
Full Nutrition Label | |
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Servings Per Recipe5 | |
Calories360 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 21g |
27% |
Saturated Fat 3g |
16% |
Sodium 1244mg |
54% |
Total Carbohydrate 37g |
13% |
Dietary Fiber 10g |
37% |
Total Sugars 5g |
|
Protein 10g |
19% |
Vitamin C 22mg |
24% |
Calcium 80mg |
6% |
Iron 2mg |
11% |
Potassium 916mg |
19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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