Melted cheese with tinga

Name: Melted cheese with tinga
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 3 tomatoes, roasted; 1/4 onions, roasted; 1 clove garlic; 2 morita chiles, roasted; 1/4 cups chicken broth; salt; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup onion, in thin strips; 1 cup chorizo, shredded; 2 cups chicken breast, cooked and shredded; 2 tablespoons butter, in medium cubes; 1/2 cups onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped; 1/4 cups Mezcal; 1 cup asadero cheese, grated; 1/4 cups Cotija cheese, grated; 1 cup Oaxaca cheese, shredded; cilantro sprouts; serrano chile, in slices, for garnish; flour tortillas

alexandra romero

Discover this recipe for melted cheese with tinga, a dish that fuses the creaminess of melted cheese with the spicy touch of tinga, a classic of Mexican cuisine. Additionally, this recipe is not only a feast for the palate, but this melted cheese with tinga is ideal for sharing at family gatherings or with friends.

Did you know? Melted cheese is not only tasty, but also incredibly versatile; you can pair it with tortillas or tortilla chips. Furthermore, its popularity has crossed borders, becoming a favorite in Mexican restaurants around the world.

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 22-10-2024

Preparation

20 mins

25 mins

Low

Blend the tomato, onion, garlic, morita chili, chicken broth, and salt. Set aside. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the onion and chorizo. Cook for 5 minutes or until the ingredients are golden. Add the chicken and the sauce. Cook for 10 minutes and set aside. Melt the butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, add the onion and garlic, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the mixture and cook for 5 more minutes. Finally, incorporate the cheeses, cover, and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Serve the melted cheese in the same skillet, add the tinga, and garnish with cilantro sprouts and serrano pepper. Accompany with flour tortillas.