Jul 14 2026

Molcajete Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Serves two persons. Grilled steak, chicken, shrimp, chiles & cactus in tomatillo sauce & panela cheese. Served in a Molcajete stone bowl.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Grill the steak, chicken, and shrimp until cooked through. Slice the steak and chicken into strips.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chiles and Cactus

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the diced chiles and cactus, and cook until softened.

  3. 3

    Make the Tomatillo Sauce

    In a blender, combine the cooked chiles, cactus, tomatillos, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In the skillet, pour the tomatillo sauce over the cooked steak, chicken, and shrimp. Stir to combine and heat through.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the mixture to a heated molcajete or stone bowl. Top with crumbled panela cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

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