Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup of pumpkin seeds
- 2 cups of water
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 cups of roasted sweet potato
- 1/2 pound of chorizo
- 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup of crumbled queso fresco
Special equipment needed:
- Blender
- Skillet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Toast pumpkin seeds in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3. In a blender, blend pumpkin seeds, water, garlic, onion, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
4. Heat the pumpkin seed sauce in a skillet over medium heat until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
5. Warm the corn tortillas in the oven for 5 minutes.
6. In a skillet, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes.
7. Assemble the papadzules by placing a tortilla on a plate, spooning pumpkin seed sauce over the tortilla, and adding roasted sweet potato and chorizo.
8. Repeat with remaining tortillas and toppings.
9. Garnish with cilantro and queso fresco.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- Serves 4
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of chorizo, use ground beef or turkey.
- Instead of queso fresco, use feta cheese.
Variations:
- Add sliced avocado as a topping.
- Use butternut squash instead of sweet potato.
Tips and tricks:
- Make the pumpkin seed sauce ahead of time for an easier assembly.
- Roast the sweet potato and chorizo together for added flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pumpkin seed sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat papadzules in the oven at 375°F for 10 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a colorful plate with a side of sliced avocado.
Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro and crumbled queso fresco.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of black beans and rice.
Suggested side dishes:
- Black beans and rice.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pumpkin seed sauce is too thick, add more water.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook chorizo thoroughly to an internal temperature of 160°F.
Food history:
- Papadzules is a traditional Mayan dish from the Yucatan region of Mexico.
Flavor profiles:
- Creamy pumpkin seed sauce, sweet roasted sweet potato, and spicy chorizo.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Mexican