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Entomatadas

Cultural Context

Entomatadas are a traditional Mexican dish, often enjoyed as a comforting meal. They are similar to enchiladas but are distinguished by their use of tomato sauce. This dish showcases the importance of tomatoes in Mexican cuisine, reflecting the country's agricultural heritage. Commonly served in homes and restaurants, entomatadas can be customized with various fillings and toppings, making them a versatile option for any meal.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
5 Roma tomatoes
1 garlic clove
1 small Serrano chile
1/4 onion
1/2 cup water (from boiling tomatoes)
1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon bouillon
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 tablespoons chopped onion
chopped cilantro (to taste)
12 ounces queso fresco
corn tortillas
cooking oil (for brushing)
shredded lettuce
Crema Mexicana
avocado

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain tortillas provide more fiber.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: queso fresco

Low-fat cheese reduces calories.

1

Make an X on each Roma tomato and place them in a pot with enough water to cover them.

2

Add 1 garlic clove, 1 small Serrano chile, and 1/4 onion to the pot.

3

Bring the pot to a boil, then lower the temperature and simmer for 10 minutes.

4

Remove the tomatoes from the pot, peel off the skin, and place them in a blender along with the onion, garlic, and Serrano chile.

5

Add 1/2 cup of the boiling water, 1 teaspoon of Mexican oregano, and 1 tablespoon of bouillon to the blender.

6

Blend the mixture until smooth.

7

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, then pour in the blended mixture and bring to a boil.

8

Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes.

9

In a bowl, mix 5 tablespoons of chopped onion with chopped cilantro and crumble in 12 ounces of queso fresco.

10

Heat a comal or skillet and brush corn tortillas with cooking oil.

11

Cook each tortilla for about 30 to 35 seconds on each side until soft.

12

Dip each tortilla in the sauce, fill with the queso fresco mixture, and fold in half.

13

Top the folded tortillas with more sauce, shredded lettuce, Crema Mexicana, and avocado.

Cooking Techniques

blendedfriedbaked

Equipment Needed

potblenderskilletcomal

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tomato Enchiladas
Local Name: Entomatadas

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