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Mexican Lasagna

nowayjosecuisine558.233 months agoWaivio3 min read

Transform the beloved Italian classic, lasagna, into a delightful dish showcasing bold Mexican flavors. With the smoky richness of dried chipotles and the freshness of cilantro, this fusion dish elevates traditional lasagna into an exciting and spicy experience.

Ingredients:

For the Meat Sauce:
🌶️ 4 guajillo peppers
🔥 2 dried chipotles
🧄 3 garlic cloves
🧅 1/2 onion
💧 4 cups of water
🌶️ 6 banana peppers
🌶️ 2 large jalapeños
🥄 2 tablespoons cooking oil
🧅 1/2 onion, diced
🥩 1 pound of ground beef
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Black pepper
🌿 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
For the Lasagna:
🧀 12 ounces queso fresco, crumbled
🍶 16 ounces of Mexican crema
🍝 1 (16-ounce) package of lasagna pasta
🧀 2 cups shredded Oaxaca cheese
🌿 Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the Peppers and Sauce:
- Boil the guajillo peppers, dried chipotles, and half an onion in 4 cups of water until tender. Blend the softened vegetables with some cooking liquid to form a smooth sauce and set aside.
Char and Chop Fresh Peppers:
- Char the banana peppers and jalapeños directly on a gas stove burner or grill until blackened. Chop them finely without removing the seeds for added heat. If grilling is not an option, broil them in the oven instead.
Cook the Meat:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the diced onion until translucent. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Season with salt, black pepper, and Mexican oregano. Mix in the prepared pepper sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
Assemble the Lasagna:
- In a 9x13-inch oven-safe dish, start by layering the uncooked lasagna pasta. Spoon on some Mexican crema and queso fresco, then spread a layer of the meat sauce. Repeat these layers three more times, finishing with a final pasta layer on top.
Bake the Lasagna:
- Cover the assembled lasagna with a layer of food service film followed by foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour.
Broil and Finish:
- After an hour, remove the foil and film. Spread the remaining Mexican crema and sprinkle shredded Oaxaca cheese on top. Broil on high until the cheese melts and turns golden and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve:
- Once out of the oven, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Let the lasagna sit for a few minutes before slicing and serving.