Description
Ground Beef Enchilada Soup is a hearty and flavorful Mexican-inspired main course soup that combines ground beef, beans, corn, and a medley of spices simmered to perfection in a savory enchilada sauce and beef broth. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, and crispy tortilla strips, this comforting soup is perfect for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnishes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Tortilla strips, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Stir in the diced onion, minced garlic, red and green bell peppers. Cook the mixture until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Main Ingredients and Spices: Add the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, red enchilada sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Add Cheese and Sour Cream: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream until the soup becomes creamy and smooth in texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and crispy tortilla strips. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a diced jalapeño along with the bell peppers during cooking.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a substitute for ground beef for a lighter option.
- This soup freezes well; cool completely before storing in freezer-safe containers.
