Sopa de Estrellitas (Mexican Star Soup)
4 servings
Sopa de Estrellitas (Mexican Star Soup) is a cozy, comforting dish made with star-shaped pasta in a flavorful tomato broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or a quick lunch, this simple yet hearty soup is a nostalgic Mexican favorite that's sure to warm you from the inside out!
Ingredients
- 1-7 ounce package star pasta
- 3 medium tomatoes (cut into chunks)
- 1 small onion (cut into chunks)
- 1 clove garlic (peeled)
- 4 Tablespoons olive oil (or any cooking oil you prefer)
- 2 cubes chicken bouillon (or 6 cups chicken stock)
- salt (to taste)
For serving (optional)
- hard-boiled eggs (sliced)
- queso fresco
- limes
Instructions
- Place tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a blender. Add 1-2 cups of water (or chicken stock) and blend until smooth. Set aside.
- In a medium stock pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the star pasta and cook stirring constantly until the pasta is nicely browned.
- Pour the tomato sauce and crumble the chicken bouillon. Mix to combine and cook for 10-15 seconds.
- Pour in 5 cups of water (or chicken stock) and turn the heat to medium-high. The amount of liquid depends on how soupy you want your soup.
- Simmer until the pasta is nicely tender. Adjust the salt to taste, then turn off the heat.
- Serve hot with sliced hard-boiled eggs, queso fresco, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- If your tomatoes are pale or out of season, add ½ teaspoon of tomato paste for extra richness.
- Watch the pasta closely as it toasts—it goes from golden to burned fast!
- For a thicker soup, use less broth; for a soupier consistency, add more liquid.
- If using bouillon, taste before adding extra salt since it’s already salty.
- Hard-boiled eggs on top aren’t just tradition—they add protein and extra flavor!
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 538mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 769IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg