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Discada Mexicana

Cultural Context

Discada Mexicana is a traditional dish originating from northern Mexico, often prepared during gatherings and celebrations. It showcases a mix of meats and vegetables, reflecting the region's culinary diversity. The dish is typically cooked in a large disc-shaped pan, known as a 'disco,' which allows for communal cooking and sharing, embodying the spirit of Mexican hospitality.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
bacon
1.5 pounds red potatoes
2 large white onions
pork chorizo
pork loin
ground beef
breakfast sausage
jalapenos
poblanos
anaheims
tomatoes
mesquite seasoning

various meats

🥗Healthier: lean meats

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean meats provide lower fat content, while pork is often more affordable.

1

Heat the disc over a fire or propane burner, regulating the heat as necessary.

2

Add a generous amount of bacon to the disc and cook until about three-fourths done.

3

Add 2 large diced white onions to the disc and cook until softened.

4

Add 1.5 pounds of red potatoes to the disc, pushing other ingredients to the side to allow the potatoes to cook.

5

Season the potatoes with mesquite seasoning and allow them to brown.

6

Once the potatoes are golden brown, push them aside and add pork chorizo to the disc, cooking until crumbly.

7

Add diced pork loin to the disc, ensuring to remove any silver skin, and season with mesquite seasoning.

8

Once the pork loin is browned, push it aside and add ground beef and breakfast sausage to the disc, cooking until done.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

discpropane burnerknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Mexican DiscadaDiscada
Local Name: Discada Mexicana

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