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Mollejas a la Parrilla con Aguachile

Cultural Context

Mollejas a la Parrilla con Aguachile is a traditional Mexican dish that showcases the culinary creativity of grilling sweetbreads, often associated with celebratory meals. The dish combines the rich, tender texture of sweetbreads with the vibrant, spicy flavors of aguachile, a refreshing sauce made from lime juice, chilies, and fresh vegetables. This dish is a testament to the diverse use of offal in Mexican cuisine and has gained popularity in modern culinary circles, often served in upscale restaurants and street food stalls alike.

MexicanMXmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb sweetbreads
1/2 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup cilantro
1 medium red onion
2 serrano peppers
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 small tortillas

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

sweetbreads

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork tenderloin

Chicken is leaner and more accessible, while pork tenderloin provides a similar texture.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lime juice

Bottled lime juice is often less expensive and easier to find.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley can be a milder alternative, while green onions add a different flavor profile.

serrano peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños are similar in heat, while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

1

Place sweetbreads on the grill at medium temperature over direct heat.

2

Cut limes in half and grill them until softened.

3

Every five minutes, squeeze lime juice over the sweetbreads to enhance flavor and aid in caramelization.

4

Season sweetbreads generously with sea salt.

5

Continue to turn the sweetbreads until they are nicely browned, about 20-25 minutes total cooking time.

6

Remove sweetbreads from the grill and set aside.

7

Prepare aguachile by slicing serrano peppers, red onion, and cilantro, and mixing them in a bowl with black pepper.

8

Incorporate everything in the bowl and mix well to create the aguachile.

9

Slice avocado to serve with the dish.

10

Assemble tacos using flour tortillas and fill them with sweetbreads and aguachile.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingmixing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlpotknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Grilled Sweetbreads with Aguachile
Local Name: Mollejas a la Parrilla con Aguachile

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