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Fry the corn tortilla strips in batches until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle lightly with salt.","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat 120 ml of vegetable oil","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In the same oil (leaving only a small amount in the pan), briefly fry the dried pasilla chili pieces for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt. Remove and set aside.","group":"Flavor Base","title":"In the same oil, briefly fry the dried pasilla chili pieces","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Flavor Base"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Place the tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a griddle or in a dry pan. Roast them over medium-high heat until the skins are charred and the vegetables are softened.","group":"Flavor Base","title":"Place the tomatoes, onion, and garlic","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Flavor Base"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Transfer the roasted tomatoes, onion, garlic, and the fried chilies to a blender. Add 240 ml (1 cup) of chicken broth and blend until completely smooth.","group":"Cooking","title":"Transfer the roasted tomatoes, onion, garlic, and the fried chilies","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Pour the blended mixture into a large pot with a tablespoon of oil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the remaining chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Season with salt to taste.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour the blended mixture","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"To serve, place a handful of crispy tortilla strips in each bowl. Pour the hot broth over them. Top with diced avocado, crumbled cotija cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a squeeze of lime juice.","group":"Serving","title":"To serve, place a handful of crispy tortilla strips","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the most authentic flavor, use dried pasilla or guajillo chilies. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend one fried tortilla into the tomato base.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Mexican"]},"course":["soup","main"],"cookingMethod":["fry","roast","simmer"],"equipment":["Blender","Large pot","Frying pan","Griddle","Paper towels"],"diet":["gluten_free","vegetarian"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"Standard serving size"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The broth can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Store tortilla strips in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them crispy."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover broth in the refrigerator. 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