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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
4 cups tomatoes
1 medium onion
1/2 cup cilantro
3 cloves garlic
1 cup tomato puree
2 chipotles in adobo sauce
1 tomato bouillon cube
1 cup water
12 corn tortillas
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1/4 cup oil
2 cups shredded cheese
1/2 cup Mexican cream or heavy cream

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Add tomatoes, a chunk of onion, cilantro, one garlic clove, tomato puree, two chipotles in adobo sauce, a cube of tomato bouillon seasoning, and one cup of water into the blender.

2

Blend on high speed until everything is well blended and smooth.

3

Taste the sauce and add salt if needed.

4

Simmer the sauce until it boils, then taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper or more chipotles if desired.

5

Continue to boil the sauce for about five more minutes, then set aside until ready to use.

6

In a large skillet, add a splash of oil and heat the corn tortillas on both sides until warm.

7

Dip each tortilla in the tomato sauce, then add cooked shredded chicken in the center and fold the tortilla in half like a taco.

8

Reheat the tacos in the skillet with a tiny bit of oil until heated through on both sides.

9

Place the tacos on a serving dish, spoon some tomato sauce on the dish, and then place the tacos on top.

10

Pour more tomato sauce over the tacos, top with shredded cheese, add Mexican cream or heavy cream, and sprinkle with cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

blendedfriedbaked

Equipment Needed

blenderpanbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Tomato Enchiladas
Local Name: Entomatadas

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