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Charred Chilaquiles and Queso Fresco
Mexican Free recipe

Charred Chilaquiles and Queso Fresco

★★★★★ 4.5 (389 ratings)

Charred Chilaquiles and Queso Fresco -- simple ingredients treated with real care.

Prep
27 min
Cook
45 min
Servings
7
Difficulty
Advanced
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb chilaquiles
  • 1 tbsp white onion
  • 2 tsp fresh cilantro
  • 1 medium lime
  • 1 lb ground cumin
  • a pinch corn tortillas
  • 4 oz kosher salt
  • to taste flaky salt
Method

Step by step

  1. Pat the chilaquiles dry and season it well so it browns instead of steaming.
  2. Get your pan hot and render the aromatics until they smell sweet and toasty.
  3. Return the chilaquiles, add just enough liquid, and simmer until everything is tender.
  4. Taste, brighten with a squeeze of citrus, and plate while it is still hot.
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