Introduction
Tlayudas are large tortillas that are popular in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. They are typically made with a corn tortilla that is around 30 cm in diameter. The tortilla is then topped with a variety of ingredients, including refried beans, cheese, avocado, lettuce, and salsa. Tlayudas are traditionally cooked on a comal, which is a type of griddle.
Ingredients
-1 kg of corn tortillas
-500 g of refried beans
-250 g of cheese
-1 avocado
-1 head of lettuce
-1 bottle of salsa
Method
1. Preheat the comal or griddle to a high heat.
2. Spread a layer of refried beans onto each tortilla.
3. Top the tortillas with cheese, avocado, lettuce, and salsa.
4. Cook the tortillas on the comal or griddle for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
5. Serve immediately.
Potential Changes & Improvements
-You could use a different type of cheese, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
-You could add other toppings, such as chicken, pork, or beef.
-You could use a different type of tortilla, such as a flour tortilla.
What Other Food It Works Well With
Tlayudas go well with a variety of other food, such as rice, beans, and vegetables.
Common Mistakes
-Not preheating the comal or griddle before cooking the tortillas.
-Not spreading the refried beans evenly on the tortillas.
-Not topping the tortillas with enough cheese, avocado, lettuce, and salsa.
Nutritional Information
-Calories: 1000
-Fat: 50 g
-Saturated Fat: 20 g
-Cholesterol: 80 mg
-Sodium: 1000 mg
-Carbohydrates: 100 g
-Fiber: 20 g
-Sugar: 10 g
-Protein: 50 g
Allergens
-Corn
-Beans
-Cheese
-Avocado
-Lettuce
-Salsa