Sopa de Fideo

Ingredients

• 7 ounces Fideo pasta (or broken vermicelli)
• 3 medium Roma tomatoes
• 0.25 cup White onion
• 1 piece Garlic clove
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sprigs Fresh cilantro(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a blender with half a cup of chicken broth. Blend until completely smooth.

2. 2

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the fideo pasta to the pot and stir constantly until the noodles are golden brown and toasted.

4. 4

   Carefully pour the blended tomato mixture over the toasted noodles. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.

5. 5

   Add the remaining chicken broth and salt. Bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the noodles are tender.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot.