Fideo

Fideo
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    300

A comforting and versatile side dish, Fideo transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful experience. Toasted pasta simmers in a rich tomato sauce, infused with the warmth of chili powder and cumin. Perfect as a substitute for rice or alongside your favorite protein.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    47 g
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    9 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    543 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients within easy reach. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Toast the Fideo: Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the fideo pasta and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns a beautiful golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it! (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins First Simmer: Add 1 cup of water and half of the tomato sauce to the toasted fideo. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 1 mins Season the Sauce: Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, and garlic salt. Ensure the spices are well distributed. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 10 mins Initial Cooking: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. (8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Final Simmer: Add the remaining 1/2 cup of water and the remaining tomato sauce. Cover the saucepan tightly and cook over medium-low heat until the fideo is tender and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. (8-10 minutes)

For a richer flavor, consider using chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a smoky depth.
If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper along with the chili powder.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream before serving.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 100 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Cleta Schultz

    Simple, quick, and delicious! A new staple in my kitchen.

  • Hulda Kautzer

    This recipe is so easy and flavorful! My family loves it as a side dish with our tacos.

  • Keyon Kirlin

    I've made this Fideo several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. Toasting the pasta really makes a difference!

  • Briana Donnelly

    Great recipe! I added a little bit of diced onion and bell pepper when toasting the fideo, and it was delicious.

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