Ingredients with Measurements:
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups pumpkin seeds
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 white onion
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 lb tomatillos
- 1/2 white onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp sugar
Special equipment needed:
- Blender or food processor
- Baking sheet
- Skillet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cut the tomatillos in half and place them on a baking sheet along with the onion, garlic, and jalapeño pepper.
3. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tomatillos are soft and slightly browned.
4. While the tomatillos are roasting, make the pumpkin seed sauce.
5. In a skillet, toast the pumpkin seeds over medium heat until they start to pop and turn golden brown.
6. Transfer the pumpkin seeds to a blender or food processor and add the water, garlic, onion, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
7. Blend until smooth and creamy.
8. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
9. Dip each tortilla in the pumpkin seed sauce, making sure it is fully coated.
10. Place the tortilla in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned.
11. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
12. Once the tomatillos are done roasting, transfer them to the blender or food processor with the onion, garlic, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, salt, black pepper, cumin, and sugar.
13. Blend until smooth and creamy.
14. Serve the papadzules with the roasted tomatillo sauce on top.
- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 400°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 400
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of pumpkin seeds, you can use almonds or cashews.
- If you don't have tomatillos, you can use green tomatoes instead.
- If you don't have jalapeño pepper, you can use serrano pepper instead.
Variations:
- You can add cooked chicken or beef to the pumpkin seed sauce for a heartier meal.
- You can also add sliced avocado, chopped tomatoes, or crumbled queso fresco on top of the papadzules.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to fully coat each tortilla in the pumpkin seed sauce to prevent them from falling apart in the skillet.
- If the pumpkin seed sauce is too thick, you can add more water to thin it out.
- You can make the pumpkin seed sauce and roasted tomatillo sauce ahead of time and store them in the fridge until ready to use.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover papadzules and roasted tomatillo sauce in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the papadzules, place them in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until heated through.
- To reheat the roasted tomatillo sauce, place it in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the papadzules on a platter with the roasted tomatillo sauce drizzled on top.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapeño peppers.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of black beans and rice for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Black beans and rice
- Grilled vegetables
- Corn on the cob
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pumpkin seed sauce is too thin, you can add more pumpkin seeds to thicken it up.
- If the tortillas are falling apart in the skillet, make sure they are fully coated in the pumpkin seed sauce and cook them on low heat.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before and after handling raw ingredients.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
- Papadzules are a traditional dish from the Yucatan region of Mexico. They are typically made with hard-boiled eggs and a pumpkin seed sauce.
Flavor profiles:
- The pumpkin seed sauce is nutty and creamy, while the roasted tomatillo sauce is tangy and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the papadzules as an appetizer or main dish.
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Region: Mexican