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Smoky Tinga and Queso Fresco
Mexican Free recipe

Smoky Tinga and Queso Fresco

4.9 (401 ratings)

Smoky Tinga and Queso Fresco -- weeknight-fast but never a compromise.

Prep
9 min
Cook
56 min
Servings
7
Difficulty
Advanced
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb tinga
  • 1 tbsp white onion
  • 2 tsp fresh cilantro
  • 1 medium lime
  • 1 lb ground cumin
  • a pinch corn tortillas
  • 4 oz kosher salt
  • to taste flaky salt
Method

Step by step

  1. Pat the tinga dry and season it well so it browns instead of steaming.
  2. Get your pan hot and render the aromatics until they smell sweet and toasty.
  3. Return the tinga, add just enough liquid, and simmer until everything is tender.
  4. Taste, brighten with a squeeze of citrus, and plate while it is still hot.
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