🧂 Ingredients:
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1 pack of fideo pasta (or break up thin spaghetti or vermicelli into 1-inch pieces)
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
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2 medium tomatoes
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1 small white onion
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2 garlic cloves
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4 cups chicken broth (or water + bouillon)
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1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Make the Tomato Sauce:
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Blend together:
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2 tomatoes (quartered)
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1/2 onion (chopped)
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2 garlic cloves
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1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
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Blend until smooth and set aside.
2. Toast the Pasta:
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In a medium pot, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
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Add the fideo (or broken spaghetti) and fry until golden brown, stirring constantly. Watch closely so it doesn’t burn!
3. Add Tomato Sauce:
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Carefully pour the tomato mixture into the pot with the toasted pasta. It’ll sizzle!
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Stir and cook for about 2-3 minutes to let the sauce deepen in flavor.
4. Add Broth & Simmer:
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Pour in the remaining 3 1/2 cups of chicken broth.
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Season with salt, pepper, and cumin (if using).
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Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
5. Taste and Finish:
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Let sit for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly.
6. Garnish & Serve:
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Serve hot with chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or even some crumbled queso fresco or avocado slices on top.
Want to add a twist? You can also toss in:
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Cooked ground beef or chorizo
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Corn kernels
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Zucchini cubes
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Diced carrots
Let me know if you want a spicy version or a creamy variation! 🌶️
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