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TRADITIONAL MEXICAN CONCHITA SOUP - SHELL SOUP (Sopa de Conchas)

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Sopa de Conchas

Cultural Context

Sopa de Conchas is a traditional Mexican soup that features shell-shaped pasta, often enjoyed by families. It is a comforting dish that combines simple ingredients, making it a popular choice for both children and adults. The soup is often served as a main course and is known for its light yet flavorful broth, which can be customized with various herbs and spices.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups of medium sized conchita shells
2.5 tablespoons of Knorr Granulated Bouillon - Tomato Chicken
1/2 cup of Del Fuerte Tomato Sauce
4.5 cups of water
About 3 tablespoons of olive oil
OPTIONAL: Lime
OPTIONAL: cooked ground beef

shell pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain shell pasta

💰Cheaper: elbow macaroni

Whole grain pasta is more nutritious; elbow macaroni is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories; bouillon cubes are a budget-friendly alternative.

1

In a large pot, pour oil and heat to Medium-High.

2

Pour 2 cups of shells into pot and continuously stir to prevent burning until they turn a golden brown color.

3

Once you achieve a golden brown color, add in the 4.5 cups of water and the granulated Knorr and tomato sauce. Stir until combined.

4

Cover pot and soft boil between 10-12 minutes (medium high heat).

5

Turn off heat and move away from heat source to prevent shells from overcooking and getting mushy.

6

OPTIONAL: Serve and stir in Lime or Cooked Ground Beef for extra flavor, ENJOY! :)

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingseasoning

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

nut-free

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Shell SoupConchita Soup
Local Name: Sopa de Conchas

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