Ricotta Tacos – Tacos De Requeson

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Crispy fried corn tortillas filled with creamy ricotta and a zesty radish-chile salsa.
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Ricotta Tacos – Tacos De Requeson

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 5.0

Description

These classic Mexican street snacks, known as Tacos de Requeson, are a delightful balance of textures and flavors. The base is a thin corn tortilla filled with lightly salted, drained ricotta cheese, then folded and fried until golden and crispy. The real star, however, is the vibrant salsa made from fresh lime juice, finely chopped radishes, white onion, cilantro, and a spicy green chile like Chile Peron. The acidity and crunch of the salsa cut through the richness of the fried cheese, creating a perfect bite. They are best served immediately while hot and crisp, making them an excellent appetizer for parties or a quick, satisfying snack. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both rustic and refined.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a glass bowl, combine the fresh lime juice and sea salt.
  2. Add the finely chopped radishes, white onion, chopped chile, and cilantro to the bowl.
  3. Mix well and let the salsa marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Ensure the ricotta cheese is well-drained and lightly salted.
  5. Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese over half of each corn tortilla.
  6. Fold the tortilla over the cheese to form a half-moon shape and secure with a toothpick.
  7. Heat safflower oil to a depth of 1/4 inch in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  8. Once the oil is hot but not smoking, carefully add a few tacos to the pan.
  9. Fry the tacos, turning once, until they are golden brown and crisp on both sides.
  10. Transfer the fried tacos to a tray lined with double-thick paper towels to drain excess oil.
  11. Repeat the frying process with the remaining tacos, adding more oil if necessary.
  12. Once the tacos are cool enough to handle, carefully remove the toothpicks.
  13. Gently ease the tacos open and fill each with about 2 tablespoons of the marinated radish-chile salsa.
  14. Serve immediately while hot and crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 5.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: ricotta, tacos, mexican, corn tortillas, radish, lime juice, chile peron, cilantro, fried cheese, street food, appetizer, snack, crispy, salad, salsa, requeson, vegetarian, party food, quick dinner, traditional
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