Sonora Tortillas

Category: Mains

Mains recipes with a twist of tortillas

  • Crispy Chipotle BBQ Chicken Tacos

    Crispy Chipotle BBQ Chicken Tacos

    BBQ meets taco night with these delectable chipotle BBQ chicken tacos featuring a creamy charred corn salsa and an array of your favorite authentic flavors.
    https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/chipotle-bbq-chicken-tacos/

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    Salsa Crema






    Directions

    In a large pot; combine olive oil, chicken, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, thyme and salt. Set over medium-high heat and cook until spices are fragrant; around 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add ketchup, honey, dijon and beer. Stir to combine and bring sauce to a simmer.

    Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add beer to thin sauce if needed. Once chicken is cooked, shred with two forks. Heat your BBQ grill to medium-high heat.

    Meanwhile, make the salsa crema. Combine avocado and lime juice in a blender and blend until smooth. Season with salt.

    Warm tortillas for 20-30 seconds in the microwave to make pliable. On a baking sheet, rub tortillas with olive oil. Lay flat and layer with cheese and BBQ chicken. Fold over to make taco. Transfer individual tacos to your BBQ and grill until lightly charred and cheese is melted.

    Collect tacos from the grill. Serve with salsa crema dolloped on top, season with cilantro.

  • Chipotle Mango Quesadillas

    Chipotle Mango Quesadillas

    Chipotle mango quesadillas are deliciously sweet and smoky and irresistibly perfect for your next BBQ spread!
    https://cookingontheweekends.com/smoky-chipotle-mango-quesadilla-recipe/

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    Directions

    In a small bowl, mix chipotles with Cotija cheese and set aside.

    Coat bottom of a large sauce pan with the oil.

    Place pan over medium heat, add 1 tortilla in the center of the pan and sprinkle with even layer of mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle an another even layer of Cotija-chipotle mixture on top.

    Once melted, add half of the cilantro leaves on top and place 4 slices of mango on half of the prepared tortilla (still in the pan).

    Squeeze lime juice over everything and use spatula to fold the tortilla together, keeping mango on the bottom. Gently press on top to be sure everything is held together.

    Remove the quesadilla from the pan, place it on a clean, dry cutting board and cut into desired slices.

    Repeat for however many tortillas you’d like to make!

  • Simple Tostadas

    Simple Tostadas

    Classic, versatile and customisable tostadas featuring refried beans, shredded chicken, cheese, guacamole and any of your other favourite toppings!
    https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/easy-tostadas/

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    Optional toppings








    Directions

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Brush or spray each side of tortilla with oil, sprinkle with salt and arrange a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 4 minutes, flip and bake for 4 more minutes, or until crispy and golden – be careful not to burn!

    Heat refried beans in a saucepan. Spread a large spoonful on finished tostada shell. Spread a layer of guacamole and sprinkle with cheese. Add shredded chicken on top.

    Top with desired toppings but be mindful not to load the tostadas too high or they will be tricky to eat. Eat with your hands and enjoy!

  • Chipotle Black Bean Tortilla Soup

    Chipotle Black Bean Tortilla Soup

    A deliciously smokey and hearty 1-pot chipotle black bean tortilla soup ready in under an hour; with delicious chipotle salsa, black beans, tasty avocado and crispy baked tortillas.
    https://minimalistbaker.com/chipotle-black-bean-tortilla-soup/

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    Toppings (optional)






    Directions

    Heat a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add oil, garlic, onion, pepper and salt and pepper. Stir and cook for four to five minutes, stirring frequently until onions are soft and translucent.

    Add cumin and chili powder, stir to coat ingredients. Add salsa, vegetable stock and coconut sugar. Stir to combine, increase heat to medium and bring to a low boil.

    Once boiling, add black beans and corn and stir. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes or more, stirring occasionally. The longer the soup simmers, the more flavor it will have.

    Top with desired toppings such as cilantro, cheese, avocado, lime juice or hot sauce.

    Tortilla Strips

    Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Cut Sonora Tortillas into small strips and line on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

    Bake until golden and crispy, around 7-10 minutes.

  • Easy Homemade Queso Blanco

    Easy Homemade Queso Blanco

    This simple and delicious homemade queso blanco is deliciously cheesy and packed with authentic flavors to bring any meal or snack to life!
    https://www.thecookierookie.com/easy-restaurant-style-white-queso/#wprm-recipe-container-30294

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    Garnish



    Directions

    In a small saucepan, heat evaporated milk over medium/high heat. Stir in cornstarch and whisk to combine.

    Bring contents to a simmer but do not boil (when it begins to bubble, it’s ready), reduce heat to low immediately.

    Immediately stir in cheese in batches, starting with the white American cheese. As you stir in the cheese, increase heat to medium/low. Be sure to CONSTANTLY whisk ingredients until cheese melts completely. Once melted, add more. Do not stop stirring, you must continue to whisk the entire time while adding cheese.

    Once the cheese in done, add in shredded mozzarella, being sure to constantly whisk while cheese melts. If you prefer your dip to be thicker, add more mozzarella cheese.

    Once all cheese is melted, stir in jalapeños, chili powder, nutmeg, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.

    If you would like queso to be browned, pour into a small nonstick skillet and place in oven. Broil for 3/4 minutes or until cheese begins to bubble and brown.

    Garnish with cilantro, tomatoes, jalapeños if desired.

    Cut Sonora Tortillas into triangle chips and bake on a nonstick sheet at 350 degrees until golden and crispy. Serve with queso.

  • Spicy Jackfruit Fajitas

    Spicy Jackfruit Fajitas

    Spicy jackfruit fajitas are deliciously meatless way to heat things up at the dinner table; with authentic Mexican flavours, they’re a perfect recipe for our vegan-friendly tortillas.
    https://www.thelastfoodblog.com/spicy-jackfruit-fajitas/

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    Directions

    Heat oil in skillet. Add onion salt. Cook until onions slightly softened, around 10 minutes. Stir often to avoid burning.

    Add garlic and stir into onions, add spices and herbs. Stir well into onion and cook for a minute until spices release aromas, about a minute or two. Be mindful not to burn.

    Add drained jackfruit and chipotle paste and stir well. Be sure the jackfruit is covered in paste and spices. se a spoon to break up the chunks of jackfruit. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.

    Add peppers to the pan along with lime juice and maple syrup. Stir well and cook until peppers are slightly softened. If you prefer peppers softer, add them when you add the garlic.

    Stir in coriander and serve with warm tortillas, fresh cilantro, lime wedges and avocado slices or guacamole and salsa.