Carne de Puerco con Calabacita y Elote - "El Saborcito Rojo"

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork shoulder is often more affordable.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Yellow squash is similar in taste, while cucumbers can be more budget-friendly.

In a pot, combine the pork, hot water, 1/3 of the white onion, 4 cloves of garlic, and bay leaves. Cook until the pork is tender.

Blend the tomatoes, remaining 1/3 of the onion, 1 tablespoon of oil, habanero chili, 4-5 cloves of garlic, 1/2 cup of water, chicken bouillon, garlic powder, pepper, cumin, and oregano until smooth.

In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the blended mixture.

Add the zucchini, frozen corn, and tomato puree to the pan and cook until heated through.

Prepare the masa by mixing the corn flour, salt, and warm water until a dough forms. Use a tortilla press to shape into tortillas.

Cooking Techniques

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