Sopa de Tortilla con Camaron (Prawn Tortilla Soup)
The smoky tomato and chilli broth topped with sweet prawns, crisp tortilla strips and ripe avocado.
Made with Tortilla soup base. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £4.53 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium-high heat and fry the tortilla strips in batches for 1 to 2 minutes each, until crisp and golden. Drain on kitchen paper and sprinkle with salt.
4 min - 2
Pour your ready made tortilla soup base (see the base recipe) into a pot and bring to a simmer.
- 3
Add the prawns and cook for 3 minutes, until pink and just cooked through.
3 min - 4
Season with salt and a squeeze of lime.
- 5
Ladle into bowls and top with the tortilla strips, avocado, queso fresco, coriander and lime wedges.
Tips
- Fry the tortilla strips just before serving so they stay crisp.
- Do not cook the prawns for long. They continue cooking in the hot broth.
- Leave out the cheese for a dairy free soup.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten fresh. Keep leftover soup (without toppings) in the fridge for 1 day and reheat until steaming hot.
Questions
Can I use cooked prawns?
Yes. Add cooked prawns in the last minute just to warm through.
Can I bake the tortilla strips?
Yes. Toss with a little oil and bake at {t200} for 8 to 10 minutes until crisp.
Is it gluten free?
Yes, as long as you use corn tortillas labelled gluten free and the base was made with gluten free stock.
More made with tortilla soup base
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