Torta de Huitlacoche

Torta de Huitlacoche is a delicious vegetarian Mexican burger that showcases the earthy flavors of huitlacoche, a prized corn fungus. This dish is served on a warm bolillo roll, topped with fresh avocado and zesty salsa, making it a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Huitlacoche - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1/4 teaspoon
• Corn tortillas - 2 pieces
• Bolillo rolls - 2 pieces
• Avocado - 1, sliced
• Lime - 1, for juice
• Salsa verde - 100 grams

Steps

1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the huitlacoche, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the huitlacoche is heated through and slightly browned.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning if needed.
5. While the huitlacoche mixture is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
6. Slice the bolillo rolls in half and toast them lightly if desired.
7. To assemble, place a spoonful of the huitlacoche mixture on the bottom half of each bolillo roll, add a few slices of avocado, and drizzle with lime juice.
8. Top with salsa verde and cover with the top half of the roll. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Huitlacoche is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Avocado provides healthy fats and is high in fiber, promoting heart health.

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