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Slow-Braised Tinga with Lime Crema
Mexican Free recipe

Slow-Braised Tinga with Lime Crema

★★★★★ 4.9 (488 ratings)

A Slow-Braised Tinga, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served with Lime Crema.

Prep
22 min
Cook
22 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb tinga
  • 1 lb white onion
  • a pinch fresh cilantro
  • 4 oz lime
  • 1/4 cup ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp corn tortillas
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the tinga generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the tinga and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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