Description
A hearty and flavorful Taco Soup Frios Recipe packed with ground beef, beans, corn, and Mexican-inspired seasonings. Topped with crunchy Fritos, shredded cheese, and fresh garnishes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base:
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Optional Garnishes:
- 1 bag Fritos chips
- Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Diced avocado
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant and soft (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the taco seasoning until the beef is well coated.
- Add the black beans, pinto beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Mix well.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot, topped with Fritos, shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Substitute beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles for dietary preferences.
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the beans or add a cornstarch slurry.
- Freeze leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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