If we think of Mexican food, logically the best known ingredients are corn tortillas and beans. Well, this recipe is that super mega Mexican power union. Cooked are a popular option for breakfast, lunch or dinner in Mexico , and its authentic flavor evokes the tradition and heat of Mexican homemade cuisine. If you want to do them at home, do not miss the recipe today.
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On cooling
Cooked are a traditional Mexican saucer. They are made from soft and flexible corn tortillas that are submerged in a black or refritious bean sauce, which gives them a rich and comforting flavor .
It can be customized with a variety of ingredients, such as cheese, cream, avocado (avocado), onion, and crumbled meat, among others.
Introduction to the world of cooling
The Mexican cool is a classic representation of this dish , in which the tortillas are generously bathed in a refused bean sauce, which is seasoned with local herbs and spices.
The crumbled fresh cheese and the cream add a touch of creaminess, while the avocado adds a refreshing contrast. This authentic version of cooling is loved by its simplicity and comforting flavor that brings to the table a piece of Mexico in each bite.
Ideal sauce for cooling
Salsa is a fundamental component of this traditional Mexican dish. Generally, it is prepared using black beans or refused beans as the main base. These beans are cooked with onion and garlic, which brings a rich and aromatic flavor to the sauce.
In addition, chiles can be added, such as jalapeños or chipotles , to give a touch of spicy and a smoked flavor, depending on the preference of who prepares it.
The texture of the sauce is essential for them to be delicious. In general, it seeks to obtain a soft and thick consistency. To achieve this, beans cook over low heat and liquids such as chicken or water broth can be added to reach the desired texture.
The sauce must have the ability to adhere to tortillas, but not be so liquid that they are soak up.
Roots and origin of cooling
The cooling ones have deep roots in the history of Mexico and their origin dates back to the pre -Columbian era . The beans, one of the main ingredients, were a fundamental crop of the ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, such as the Aztecs and the Maya. These villages already prepared and consumed a bean sauce on corn tortillas.
With the arrival of the Spanish conquerors in the 16th century, there was a culinary exchange between native cultures and European cuisine.
The Spaniards brought with them ingredients such as pork and cheese , which were gradually incorporated into cooling, further enriching their flavor and versatility.
Over time, the cooling ones became popular throughout Mexico and became a characteristic regional dish in different parts of the country. Each region has developed its own variant, which has contributed to the culinary diversity of Mexico.
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Cooling recipe
Yield : 6 portions
Preparation time : 45 minutes
Ingredients
For bean sauce with chipotle
- 2 cups of black and drained black beans (you can use refritos beans)
- 2-3 dried chipotles
- 2 chopped garlic cloves
- 1/2 chopped onion
- 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- Frying vegetable oil
For cooling
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups of grated cheese (fresh cheese or cheddar cheese are popular options)
- Sour cream at ease
- Chopped fresh coriander
- Chopped purple onion
How to make the best cool
- In a pan heat a little oil over medium heat and fry the chopped onion and garlic. Add dry chipotles and briefly brown them to release their aromas careful not to burn them.
- Add cooked beans and mix everything well. Cook for a few minutes for flavors to combine.
- Transfer to a blender or food processor. Add the broth and ground cumin, and mix until you get a soft and uniform sauce.
- Pour the bean sauce with chipotle into a saucepan and heat over low heat. Cook over low heat until the sauce is very hot. Salar to taste.
- Heat the corn tortillas in a comal or hot pan until they are flexible. Dip every tortilla in the bean sauce with chipotle to cover it completely. Then, place some grated cheese in the center of the tortilla.
- Fold in half to close it and place on a serving dish. Repeat this process with the other tortillas.
- Decorate the cool with sour cream, chopped fresh coriander and chopped purple onion. Serve hot.
