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Mushroom and Spinach Queso Flameado
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces of mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 cup of Mexican chorizo, crumbled
- 1 cup of Oaxaca cheese, shredded
- 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup of cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup of tequila (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas or crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until they start to brown.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeno pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the crumbled chorizo to the empty space. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chorizo is fully cooked.
- If using tequila, carefully pour it over the chorizo and ignite it with a long lighter. Let the flames die down before stirring the chorizo and vegetables together.
- Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- Transfer the cooked vegetables and chorizo to a heatproof baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
- Place the baking dish under the broiler for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately with tortillas or crusty bread for dipping.
Queso Flameado, a sizzling Mexican dish, has a rich history dating back to the 1950s in Northern Mexico. Originally prepared with melted cheese and chorizo, this dish has evolved to include a variety of ingredients, such as mushrooms and spinach, creating a flavorful and gooey delight. Renowned chefs in the region, like Chef Diana Kennedy, have popularized this dish, infusing it with their own unique twists. Today, the best version of Queso Flameado with mushrooms and spinach can be found in authentic Mexican restaurants across Texas and the Southwest. The key to perfecting this dish lies in the quality of the cheese and the right balance of mushrooms and spinach, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
35 min
6
320 calories
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