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Entomatadas

Delicious Homemade Entomatadas: A Flavorful Twist on Tradition

Entomatadas are a delightful Mexican dish featuring warm tortillas and rich tomato sauce, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 entomatadas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Fresh or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can substitute with olive oil
For the Tomato Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce Homemade is ideal or canned
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Swap with paprika for milder flavor
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust according to taste
For the Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Mexican blend, cheddar or vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Optional, can substitute with Greek yogurt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • tongs
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom.
  2. Lightly fry the corn tortillas for about 10–15 seconds on each side until softened.
  3. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  4. Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until translucent.
  5. Add tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Spread a thin layer of the sauce in a baking dish, dip each tortilla in the sauce, and layer them with cheese and cilantro.
  8. Top with remaining sauce and cheese, then bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sour cream, cut into squares and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1entomatadaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure tortillas are not over-fried for best texture. Customize fillings to suit your preferences.

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