TORREJAS DE HUEVO w/RED CHILE SAUCE: A "Novel" Recipe from the Author of "The Wind Called My Name"

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: honey

Stevia reduces calories while sweetening.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain adds fiber and nutrients.

Separate the eggs and beat the whites until fluffy using an electric hand mixer.

Add the egg yolks to the beaten whites, then mix in the flour and salt.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Ladle mounds of the egg mixture into the hot oil and fry until browned on the bottom.

Turn the torrejas gently to brown the other side.

Prepare the red chili sauce by heating oil in a skillet, adding flour and stirring for about a minute.

Add red chili powder and stir for 30 seconds, then carefully pour in water while whisking to break up lumps.

Add garlic powder and salt to the sauce and mix until smooth.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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