Tostadas are one of the oldest ways of consuming roasted corn in Mexico, a direct inheritance from the pre-Hispanic tlaxcallis. Covered with chicken tinga they become a complete dish ideal for informal meals. Its crunch contrasts with the softness of the stew and cream.
Mexican
Chicken tinga toast
Chicken tinga toast from Mexico: traditional recipe step by step, with chef tips and clear times.
- Mexico
- Main course
- Light
- High protein
- easy
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
6
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 365 kcal
- Protein 24 g
- Fiber 4 g
- Carbohydrates 32 g
- Fat 16 g
- Sodium 520 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Chicken tinga toast is a Mexican preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 55 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 35 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 12 purchased or homemade corn chips.
- Have ready: 500 g shredded cooked chicken breast.
- Have ready: 4 ripe red tomatoes.
- Have ready: 2 chipotle chiles in adobo.
- Have ready: 1 white onion, finely julienned.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Sauté the onion in oil until soft and lightly golden.
Sauté the onion in oil until soft and lightly golden. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Add the garlic
Add the garlic, chopped tomatoes and chipotles; Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the shredded chicken
Add the shredded chicken, salt, pepper and lemon juice; cook for 15 minutes over medium heat. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Adjust the salt and keep the tinga warm
Adjust the salt and keep the tinga warm. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Place a bed of lettuce on each piece of toast to prevent it from...
Place a bed of lettuce on each piece of toast to prevent it from getting soft.
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Generously distribute the tinga over the toasts
Generously distribute the tinga over the toasts.
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Top with cream
Top with cream, fresh cheese and avocado slices; serve immediately.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegetarian version replacing the meat with sautéed mushrooms or cooked legumes.
- Vegan dairy-free version using plant-based cheese or cream alternatives.
- Mild version by reducing chilies and hot spices by half.
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