This Mexican-Style Ground Beef & Corn Tortilla Soup is a delicious and easy soup recipe that combines taco-style flavors with hearty ingredients. Perfect for a cozy winter dinner, it utilizes pantry staples to create a satisfying meal.
With ground beef, corn, and spices, this soup is not only flavorful but also quick to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
Hearty Ground Beef & Corn Tortilla Soup Recipe
This beef soup features a rich broth filled with ground beef, sweet corn, and vibrant spices, topped with crispy tortilla strips for added texture. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 corn tortillas, cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in the corn, diced tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Prepare Tortilla Strips: While the soup simmers, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the tortilla strips and fry until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, top with crispy tortilla strips, and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
