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Stuffed Tortillas

17/11/2023

I can certainly guide you in preparing stuffed tortillas, which can be adapted with an Italian twist. Mexican tortillas are a versatile base and can be filled with a variety of ingredients. Let’s see a classic version, which we will then “Italianize” with a filling suggestion.

Ingredients for the tortillas:

  • 200g of corn or wheat flour (traditional Mexican tortillas use corn flour)
  • 300ml of hot water
  • A pinch of salt

Preparation

  1. Prepare the dough: In a bowl, mix the corn flour and salt. Gradually add the hot water, kneading until you achieve a smooth and non-sticky dough. If necessary, add more water or flour to achieve the right consistency.
  2. Form the balls: Divide the dough into balls the size of a golf ball.
  3. Roll out the tortillas: Using a tortilla press or rolling pin, roll out each ball between two sheets of baking paper until you get a thin disc.
  4. Cook the tortillas: Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and cook each tortilla for about 30-60 seconds per side or until small bubbles start to appear and the edges peel off easily.

Ingredients for the Italian filling:

  • 1 chicken breast cut into strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 zucchini, cut into half-moons
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated or diced mozzarella
  • Homemade tomato sauce or tomato passata
  • Dried oregano

Preparation

  1. In a pan, sauté the onion in extra virgin olive oil until it becomes translucent.
  2. Add the chicken and brown it until it’s no longer pink inside.
  3. Incorporate peppers and zucchini and cook until softened yet still crunchy.
  4. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.
  5. Add the tomato sauce and oregano, and cook for another 5 minutes so the flavors come together.
  6. Stuff the tortillas with the mixture and add the mozzarella.
  7. Close the tortillas and return them to the pan until the cheese is melted.

Serve hot, perhaps accompanied by a sauce like guacamole or a spicy sauce, for those who love intense flavors.

Curiosity

Tortillas are a dish from the Mexican tradition, but with the filling of chicken, vegetables, and mozzarella, an interesting culinary bridge is created between Mexico and Italy, combining the typical flavors of the two cultures. It can be considered an example of culinary “fusion” that combines elements of different cuisines in one dish.

Stuffed Tortillas