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Sopa de Fideo with Ground Beef and Beans is a heartier twist on the beloved Mexican noodle soup. This comforting, one-pot dish combines toasted fideo noodles, seasoned ground beef, savory broth, and tender beans for a complete and satisfying meal. It’s quick, affordable, and perfect for busy weeknights.
🕒 Prep Time & Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Skill Level: Easy
- Dish Type: Main dish or hearty soup
🔧 Equipment Needed
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Blender or food processor
- Ladle
- Knife & cutting board
- Can opener
🧂 Ingredients
Base Soup Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 7 oz fideo noodles (or broken thin spaghetti/vermicelli)
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tomato Broth:
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes (or 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes)
- ½ small onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 cups beef broth or water
- 1 tsp tomato paste (optional, for depth)
Add-ins:
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp dried oregano (Mexican oregano preferred)
- ½ tsp chili powder or paprika (optional, for warmth)
To Serve (optional):
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese
- Warm tortillas or crusty bread
📌 Ingredient Notes
- Fideo: Available in Mexican grocery aisles; substitute with angel hair pasta broken into 1-inch pieces.
- Broth: Beef broth adds richness, but chicken or vegetable broth works too.
- Tomatoes: Fresh tomatoes give a traditional taste; canned tomatoes save time.
- Beans: Pinto beans are classic, but black or kidney beans also work well.
👨🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Toast the Fideo
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
- Add the fideo noodles and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown (3–5 minutes).
- Remove fideo and set aside.
Step 2: Brown the Ground Beef
- In the same pot, add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add diced onion and garlic, and cook until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Season with salt, pepper, and cumin. Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 3: Blend the Tomato Broth
- In a blender, combine tomatoes (or canned), onion, garlic, and 1 cup broth.
- Blend until smooth.
Step 4: Simmer the Soup
- Return toasted fideo to the pot with the ground beef.
- Pour in the blended tomato mixture and remaining broth. Stir in tomato paste (if using).
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add beans, oregano, and chili powder. Simmer for 10–12 minutes, or until noodles are tender and soup thickens slightly.
Step 5: Taste and Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning (add more salt, pepper, or chili powder if desired).
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot with cilantro, lime wedges, and cheese if using.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per serving – approx. 1½ cups)
- Calories: 390
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Sodium: 650mg
(Estimates vary by ingredient brands and toppings used)
💡 Tips
- Make it ahead: Tastes even better the next day; store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Make it spicy: Add a diced jalapeño to the beef or a dash of chipotle powder to the broth.
- No blender? Use canned tomato sauce and finely dice onion and garlic for the broth base.
- Too thick? Add more broth or water until you reach your desired consistency.
🔄 Variations
- Chicken Fideo Soup: Swap ground beef for shredded cooked chicken.
- Vegetarian Version: Omit meat and use vegetable broth; add extra beans or corn.
- With Potatoes: Add 1 diced potato with the beans for a heartier stew.
- Fideo Loco-Style: Top with shredded cheese, avocado slices, and hot sauce for a Tex-Mex twist.
