Mexico

Traditional Oaxacan tlayuda with tasajo

A large grilled corn tortilla, topped with asiento, black beans, stringy quesillo, fresh cabbage, avocado, and tasajo, following the iconic preparation of Oaxacan markets and fondas.

4 porciones35 min de preparación30 min de cocción
4 porciones

Ingredientes

large tlayuda corn tortillas4 piècesprepared_component
Oaxacan pork asiento80 gprepared_component
Mexican-style black bean puree320 gprepared_component
Oaxacan beef tasajo440 gprepared_component
Oaxaca quesillo240 gmaridaje
fresh white cabbage240 gmaridaje
ripe tomatoes3 piècesdecoración
ripe avocados2 piècesdecoración
white onion1 piècemaridaje
pink radishes6 piècesdecoración
lime2 piècesdecoración
Oaxacan salsa roja120 mlprepared_component
neutral oil1 c.à.sdespensa
fine saltau goûtdespensa

Pasos

  1. Shred the quesillo into long strings. Very finely slice the white cabbage and onion. Slice the tomatoes, radishes, and avocados. Set everything aside separately.
  2. Heat the black bean puree over low heat. It must remain soft and easy to spread; loosen it with a little water if it becomes too stiff.
  3. Preheat a comal, a large cast-iron griddle, or a barbecue. The surface should be very hot, clean, and very lightly oiled.
  4. Pat the tasajo dry, then grill it quickly on both sides. Aim for a distinct browning and some smoky spots without drying out the meat.
  5. Let the tasajo rest briefly, then cut it into strips that are easy to distribute and eat.
  6. Place a tlayuda tortilla on the comal. Heat it until it becomes hot, slightly crispy underneath, but still flexible enough to be folded.
  7. Immediately spread a thin layer of asiento over the entire surface, leaving a small border empty.
  8. Cover with an even layer of black bean puree, then distribute the quesillo and white cabbage.
  9. Add the tasajo, tomatoes, onion, radishes, and avocado. Let the heat slightly soften the cabbage and begin to melt the quesillo.
  10. Fold the tlayuda in half and press it gently against the comal. Carefully flip it and continue cooking until the outside is crispy and the cheese has melted.
  11. Serve immediately with the lime wedges and salsa roja on the side, so everyone can spice up the tlayuda without making their tortilla soggy.