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    Home » Recipes » 16 Authentic Mexican Soup Recipes

    16 Authentic Mexican Soup Recipes

    Last Updated June 4, 2019. Originally Posted November 1, 2018 By Maggie Unzueta

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    16 authentic Mexican soup recipes to warm you up this winter. These time-tested and traditional dishes add variety and flavor to any kitchen. By Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    16 authentic Mexican soup recipes to warm you up this winter. These time-tested and traditional dishes add variety and flavor to any kitchen.

    16 authentic Mexican soup recipes to warm you up this winter. These time-tested and traditional dishes add variety and flavor to any kitchen. By Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    When it’s cold outside and you need to warm your insides, there’s nothing like a big bowl of delicious liquid comfort food. Some of these recipes belong to my mother, my grandmother, or I’ve picked them up along the way. Thousands of years of tradition have gone into these soups. Homemade is always better something from a can. Here are 16 authentic Mexican soup recipes that are sure to hit the spot.

    Caldo de Verduras, or Mexican Vegetable Soup, is surprisingly satisfying and full of yummy flavors. A comforting and warm soup that’s perfect for cold, winter days. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Caldo de Verduras, or Mexican Vegetable Soup
    When the flu is going around, this Mexican Soup is a good remedy and a good preventative. It is an easy-to-make and delicious soup.
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    Nothing warms you up like Mexican Lentil Soup, or Sopa de Lentejas. A big bowl of this soup is comforting, satisfying, and always enjoyable. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Mexican Lentil Soup, or Sopa de Lentejas
    This savory and aromatic soup is great for your troop. It reminds us of the pleasant memories of the past and a warm taste of home. A vegetarian and cozy dish.
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    Mexican Fish Soup, or Caldo de Pescado is quick, easy, and absolutely delicious. Made in a rich broth and low in fat, it’s hard not to love a big bowl of this comforting soup. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Mexican Fish Soup, or Caldo de Pescado
    Mexican Fish Soup, or Caldo de Pescado, is healthy and low calorie bowl of yumminess. You’ll enjoy the depth of flavors and heartiness in each spoonful. The depths of the sea can feed the depths of your soul.
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    A white bowl of pozole blanco (or chicken pozole) surrounded by the toppings.

    Pozole Blanco
    Do you add cabbage or lettuce to your pozole? Pozole Blanco, or Chicken Pozole, is a simple dish that is abundant with toppings. All come together to create a symphony for your palate. It’s music in your mouth.
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    Pozole Rojo is a traditional Mexican stew that is hearty and delicious. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Pozole Rojo
    Robust and deep, a classic Mexican soup that’s hard not to love. For some people, this is the only version of pozole that they will order. They would rather be red than dead.
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    A blue bowl with Sopa de Fideo (Mexican Noodle Soup) surrounded by decorative Mexican toys.

    Sopa de Fideo
    Tamales, beans, and sopa de fideo. These are all traditional Mexican foods. Some people will add chicken or vegetables to make a more complete meal. It also makes a great after school snack.
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    Bowl of Sopa de Habas, or Mexican Lima Bean Soup, surrounded by bolillo and slices of jalapenos.

    Sopa de Habas, Mexican Lima Bean Soup
    Looking for a vegetarian Mexican soup recipe? Sopa de Habas is it! A creamy yet meatless and delectable dish. Serve with a warm bolillo (Mexican bread) or a dozen tortillas, and you have a winning meal!
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    Caldo de Res, or Mexican Beef Soup, is a traditional Mexican dish made with beef shanks and loaded with vegetables. Hearty and extremely satisfying, this recipe is a well-loved classic in Mexico. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Caldo de Res, or Mexican Beef Soup
    With bone-in portions and large vegetable chunks, a big bowl of this soup is a favorite in Mexico. Many abuelitas slave over a hot stove to produce this for their loved ones.
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    Sopa de Estrellitas, or Mexican Star Soup, is a Mexican food classic. A bowl of Mexican comfort food that reminds us why nothing is better than home cooking. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Mexican Star Soup, or Sopa de Estrellitas
    You know how certain foods can bring up a specific memory? If you’re Mexican, chances are that you were raised eating Sopa de Estrellitas, or Mexican Star Soup. This traditional and easy recipe is the reason cooking at home is the best.
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    Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew, is a traditional Mexican dish that is hearty, delicious, and full of amazing, robust flavors. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew
    A big bowl of this Slow Cooker Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew, is the ultimate comfort food. Deep and robust Mexican food flavors that will make your tastebuds very happy.
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    Caldo de Pollo, or Mexican Chicken Soup is the perfect comfort dish during cold weather. It takes on the flavors south of the border without overwhelming your palate. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Caldo de Pollo, or Mexican Chicken Soup
    Nothing warms you up on a chilly day like a big bowl of Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup). It’s Mexican penicillin made by Mexican moms and grandmothers everywhere. Hearty with delicious chicken, vegetables, and authentic flavors from south of the border.
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    Caldo de Camarón, or Mexican Shrimp Soup in a white bowl with a rich, guajillo sauce. Spoon lifting shrimp and avocado. Cilantro and lime on a dark brown table.

    Caldo de Camarón – Mexican Shrimp Soup
    Shrimp swimming in a bowl of robust and deep flavorful broth… how bad does that sound? lol. They may be doing the back stroke, but you’ll have a stroke of luck if you get a bowl of this soup. Add lime juice and dig in!
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    Caldillo Durangueño, a traditional beef stew from Durango, Mexico. Deep, robust, and full of delicious chile flavors. via @MamaMaggiesKitchen

    Caldillo Durangueño, a Traditional Beef Stew from Durango, Mexico
    This Mexican soup comes from my family’s hometown of Durango, Mexico. Also sometimes referred to as “Caldillo Duranguense.” It is made of beef in a savory broth of chile pasado and chile poblano. So incredibly yummy!
    Ps: It’s not authentic if it doesn’t have chile pasado.
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    Sopa de Conchas, or Mexican Shell Pasta Soup, in a white bowl and topped with a few slices of green onions.

    Sopa de Conchas
    You can see shells in this shell soup. Toasted shell pasta in a tomato broth. It’s one of those universal traditional dishes that every Mexican kid grows up eating.
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    Roasted Poblano and Corn Soup is delicious, rich, and deeply satisfying. Instead of a pot of gold, this a big pot of yummy green. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    Roasted Poblano Corn Soup
    An easy-to-make and easy to eat soup. It is deceptively simple but complex in flavors. Serve with bolillo to sop up any remaining juice in the bowl.
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    Spoon holding ABC over a bowl full of Sopa de Letras, or Mexican Alphabet Soup.

    Sopa de Letras, or Mexican Alphabet Soup
    This is how Mexicans learn their alphabets. Just kidding! Perfect for picky eaters, this dish fulfills every mom’s wish. It’s a Meal of Fortune. Can I buy a vowel?
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    “A first-rate soup is more creative than a second-rate painting.” — Abraham Maslow


    Filed Under: Mexican, Recipes

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Toughcookiemommy

      December 1, 2018 at 10:30 am

      These soup recipes look so good and so hearty. They are the perfect meal for warming up after a long, cold winter day.

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      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:40 pm

        Right! It’s been chilly lately. I could use one of these Mexican soup recipes in front of me. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Jessica Joachim

      December 1, 2018 at 11:17 am

      I am going to need to make all of these soups! We finally have some cold weather down here in Florida so perfect timing to making soups!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:40 pm

        I feel the same way. Mexican soups alllll of them please. Lol.

        Reply
    3. Alexandra

      December 1, 2018 at 4:44 pm

      Definitely going to save this post for later! I love soup, and Mexican food is one of my favourites. We are just coming into Summer here in Australia, but I will enjoy this very much next Winter 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:39 pm

        Thank you! Soooo cool to know that you’re from Australia and enjoy our Mexican food. Puts a smile on my face!

        Reply
    4. Brittany

      December 1, 2018 at 6:54 pm

      I need to pin this! I was just talking to my mom about how I’m tired of having the same soups over and over. This is a great round up of new soups for me to try!!! Thank you so much for sharing.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:38 pm

        Lol. I know what you mean. I feel like I need ideas all the time. Love Pinterest. Thanks for pinning my Mexican soup recipes!

        Reply
    5. Lynda

      December 2, 2018 at 5:42 am

      Mexican soup of any kind is always welcome at our house. How nice to have such a variety!

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      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:37 pm

        Right! I am with you on that. Mexican soup any day of the week. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Candace

      December 2, 2018 at 11:52 am

      Soups are essentials in one’s kitchen lol I have them when I’m sick, when it’s cold and just because hahaha These sound great!! I would add some avocado and bread as a side.

      XO
      Candace
      http://www.thebeautybau.com

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      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:27 pm

        Avocado and bread… Yes and yes. Nothing warms you up like soup in the winter.

        Reply
    7. Shar

      December 2, 2018 at 5:50 pm

      These soups look amazing! Perfect for the winter season. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:26 pm

        Yes exactly. I love a good Mexican soup during the winter. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Keshia Richmond

      December 2, 2018 at 7:56 pm

      If I had to pick a recipe I would go for the beef soup. Looks super tasty.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:24 pm

        yum!!! That’s a good choice. Caldo de Res (Beef Soup) is one of my all time favorite Mexican soups.

        Reply
    9. Natalia

      December 3, 2018 at 1:23 am

      I love Mexican cuisine as it’s very tasty. However, I don’t have much experience with their soups. I’ll definitely give them a try soon! 🙂

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      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:23 pm

        Most are very easy to make. Several of the Mexican soup recipes you find here have videos and step-by-step tutorials. Click on the links if you find one you like.

        Reply
    10. Rikki Ridgeway

      December 3, 2018 at 4:56 am

      Mexican food is my all-time favorite cuisine. I love the flavors, and how filling the meals usually are. I can’t wait to get into the kitchen and try some of these recipes that you’ve listed.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:21 pm

        That’s awesome. You’re going to love these authentic Mexican soup recipes.

        Reply
    11. Latte Lindsay

      December 3, 2018 at 8:31 am

      These all look amazing, it is so cold here at the minute and these would be great for lunchtime.

      Reply
    12. Anna Nwa

      December 3, 2018 at 8:59 am

      With the cold weather, it is definitely soup season! I can’t wait to give these recipes a try 🙂

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:20 pm

        Oh yeah. It’s cold here too. Time for some Mexican soup recipes. 🙂

        Reply
    13. Sandra

      December 3, 2018 at 9:04 am

      Oh wow, these are all savory soups full of warmth just by the look of it! I love tomato-based soups because it makes me feel healthy… pplus they are rich in antioxidants. Great list of recipes as well!

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      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:20 pm

        Thank you. A lot of Mexican soup recipes are hearty and very nutritious.

        Reply
    14. Jessica Martin

      December 3, 2018 at 11:34 am

      Where it is colder where we live I’ve been looking for some good soup recipes. There is something about cold weather and soup that I love. These recipes look delicious and I will be making a few of them this winter.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:19 pm

        Sounds great. Hope you enjoy these Mexican soup recipes.

        Reply
    15. Traci Frett

      December 3, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Yes!! I love this post!! My sister makes really good Mexican food all of the time – she learned from her mother-in-law. I recognize some of these soups.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        December 11, 2018 at 2:03 pm

        That’s awesome! These Mexican soups are all authentic Mexican recipes.

        Reply
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