Sopa Ranchera – Ranch-Style Soup Recipe ๐ฅฃ
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Mexico with this comforting Sopa Ranchera, a delightful Ranch-Style Soup that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing with loved ones. Made with wholesome ingredients like tender onions, savory chicken broth, aromatic long grain rice, and vibrant tomato puree, seasoned with a hint of salt and pepper, this soup promises to tantalize your taste buds with each spoonful. Finished with a burst of freshness from sweet frozen peas, it’s a wholesome meal that’s sure to satisfy.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 onion, finely chopped
- 1 chicken broth cube, dissolved in 4 cups of water
- 4 tablespoons long grain rice
- 1/4 cup tomato puree
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. | In a saucepan, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until tender, stirring occasionally, ensuring they don’t brown, about 5-7 minutes. |
| 2. | Stir in the dissolved chicken broth, long grain rice, tomato puree, salt, and pepper, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. |
| 3. | Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. |
| 4. | Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the soup simmer for about 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the rice to cook until tender. |
| 5. | After 25 minutes, uncover the saucepan and stir in the frozen peas. |
| 6. | Cover the saucepan again and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the peas are heated through and tender. |
| 7. | Remove from heat and serve the Sopa Ranchera hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful soup with warm tortillas or crusty bread. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 148.6
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 954.1mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 17.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 3.8g
- Protein: 7.9g
Recipe Notes:
- For added richness, you can stir in a dollop of sour cream or sprinkle some grated cheese on top before serving.
- Customize the soup by adding other vegetables like diced carrots, bell peppers, or corn kernels along with the peas.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more salt and pepper if desired.
