Description
This Taco Soup Fritos Recipe is the perfect blend of savory, spicy, and crunchy! Packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and topped with crispy Fritos, this hearty soup is a family favorite and perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (optional for extra spice)
- 3 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 2 cups Fritos (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté the onions: Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the seasonings: Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the remaining ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, corn, green chilies (if using), beef broth, and water. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, Fritos, sour cream, and fresh cilantro, if desired.
Notes
- Vegetarian option: You can make this soup vegetarian by using plant-based ground meat or just adding more beans and vegetables.
- Spice level: Adjust the level of spice by adding more or less of the diced green chilies, or you can include a dash of hot sauce to the soup.
- Make ahead: This soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors tend to develop even more the next day!
- Freezer friendly: This taco soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Just let it cool, transfer to an airtight container, and freeze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg