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Vegan Tortilla Soup

Vegan Tortilla Soup

5 from 1 vote
This is a delicious and hearty tomato-based soup. Top it with crispy tortilla strips and other toppings of your choice and enjoy!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons neutral flavored oil vegetable oil, avocado oil, grapeseed oil, etc.
  • 2 cups diced onion
  • 2 cups diced bell pepper
  • 3 cups corn fresh if possible
  • 4 vegetable bouillon cubes
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 handful cilantro chopped
  • 8 small (5") corn tortillas plus 1 cup of water
Toppings
  • crispy tortilla strips

Equipment

  • blender

Method
 

  1. Roughly slice the tortillas, then add them to a blender with 1 cup of water. Blend it until it forms a paste, then set it aside.
  2. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and saute them for about 2 minutes, until translucent.
  3. Add the bell pepper and seasonings and saute for about 3 minutes, until the bell pepper softens and the spices become aromatic.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, bouillon, 5 cups of water, and blended tortilla mixture to the pot. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the corn, sugar and lime juice, then simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Turn off the heat, then stir in the cilantro.
  7. Top with crispy tortilla strips and other toppings of your choice. Enjoy!

Notes

  • I use the Maggi vegetable bouillon for this tortilla soup.  You can use a different brand, but it may taste different.
 
  • Topping suggestions: crispy tortilla strips, green onion, cilantro, jalapeños, sour cream (vegan or regular), cheese (vegan or regular).
 
  • If you want to make your own crispy tortilla strips, scroll up on this post.
 
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days. It also freezes well.