Lotus Root Stack A La Mexicana
This dish beautifully marries Asian and Mexican culinary traditions, bringing a unique twist to your table. The star of the show is the lotus root, a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine, which, when layered with jalapeños, Cotija cheese, and topped with a vibrant Mexican sauce, creates an exciting and flavorful dish ideal for a creative dinner.
Ingredients
🥔 3-4 lotus roots, depending on the size
🌶️ 3 jalapeño peppers
🧅 1⁄2 red onion
🧀 10 oz Cotija cheese
🍅 2 Roma tomatoes
🧄 2 garlic cloves
🌿 1⁄4 cup fresh cilantro
🥑 1⁄4 cup avocado cooking oil
💧 1/2 cup water
🧂 Salt to taste
🌶️ Black pepper to taste
🥑 Avocado oil, to grease the skillet
Instructions
1- Preparation:
- Clean and peel the lotus roots carefully. Using a mandolin or a sharp knife, slice them thinly. Also, slice the jalapeños and red onion into thin slices.
2- Assembling the Layers:
- Grease a skillet with a small amount of avocado oil, spreading it evenly using a paper towel. Begin by placing a layer of the sliced lotus root, followed by a layer of jalapeño and red onion slices. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Repeat the layers once more, then sprinkle 1⁄4 of the crumbled Cotija cheese over the layers.
3- Creating the Sauce:
- In a blender, combine the Roma tomatoes, garlic cloves, fresh cilantro, 1⁄4 cup of avocado oil, and water. Blend until smooth to form a sauce.
4- Baking:
- Pour the blended sauce over the lotus root stack in the skillet. Add the remaining crumbled Cotija cheese on top of the stack. Bake the assembled stack in a preheated oven at 385°F (195°C) for 20 minutes.
5- Final Touch:
- Once baked, transfer the skillet to the stovetop and cook over medium heat until the liquid in the pan evaporates.
6- Serving:
- To serve the dish, cut it like a pie for individual portions or scoop it out with a spoon. It’s perfect as a centerpiece for dinner!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: Serves 4-6
Equipment Needed: Mandoline slicer, skillet, blender, oven
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the spice level by varying the number and type of jalapeños.
- Ensure the lotus root slices are uniform for even cooking.
- For a twist, you can substitute Cotija cheese with feta cheese if unavailable.
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