Sopa de Fideo with Ground Beef and Beans 🍲✨
Looking for the ultimate comfort food with bold Mexican flavors? Sopa de Fideo with Ground Beef and Beans is a hearty, satisfying, and flavor-packed soup that brings together tender noodles, savory ground beef, and protein-rich pinto beans. Spiced with aromatic seasonings and finished with creamy queso fresco, this soup is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 8 oz fideo noodles (or broken angel hair pasta)
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 3 serrano peppers, diced (adjust to your spice preference)
- 2 jalapeño peppers, diced
- 5 oz queso fresco, crumbled (for garnish)
- 1 green onion, diced (for garnish)
- Water or chicken/beef broth, as needed
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef along with half of the cumin, taco seasoning, and chili powder.
- Cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 2: Sauté Aromatics
- Stir in the diced onion, garlic, serrano peppers, and jalapeños.
- Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables soften and become aromatic.
- Add a splash of broth or water to loosen any browned bits if necessary.
Step 3: Simmer with Tomato Sauce
- Pour in the tomato sauce and enough water or broth to fully cover the mixture.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes to develop flavor.
Step 4: Add Beans and Fideo
- Stir in the pinto beans and fideo noodles.
- Add more broth or water if needed to fully submerge the noodles.
- Cover and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
Step 5: Season & Garnish
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with extra salt, chili powder, or taco seasoning if desired.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot in bowls, topped with crumbled queso fresco and diced green onion.
- Pair with warm tortillas or crusty bread to soak up the broth.
- For extra heat, drizzle with your favorite hot sauce or sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
Tips & Variations
- Add Potatoes: Dice potatoes and add them when sautéing onions for an even heartier soup.
- Protein Options: Swap ground beef with turkey, chicken, or even chorizo for a different flavor twist.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or broth.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Comforting, one-pot meal
✅ Easy to customize spice level
✅ Feeds a crowd or perfect for leftovers
✅ Classic, nostalgic Mexican flavors
Bring this delicious Sopa de Fideo con Carne y Frijoles to your family table—it’s filling, flavorful, and guaranteed to warm everyone’s hearts. ❤️
¡Buen provecho! 🌶️🍲