
Molcajete Azteca Recipe
Our House Signature Dish. NY Steak, Chorizo, Grilled Chicken, Carne Enchilada, Queso Fresco, Nopales with a spicy roasted salsa. Comes with side of Mexican Rice and Beans and fresh hand made Tortillas.
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Ingredients
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Meats
Vegetables
Dairy
Salsa
Sides
Method
Preparing the Meats
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Cook the Chorizo
In a skillet, cook the chorizo over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until fully cooked.
- 3
Grill the Chicken
Season the grilled chicken with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Slice into strips.
- 4
Prepare Carne Enchilada
Cook the carne enchilada in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
Making the Salsa
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Preparing the Nopales
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Cook the Nopales
Boil nopales in salted water for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Sides
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Prepare the Mexican Rice
In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- 9
Cook the Beans
Heat beans in a saucepan on medium heat until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Warm the Tortillas
Heat tortillas on a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
Assembling the Dish
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Combine Ingredients
In a molcajete or serving dish, layer the grilled meats, nopales, and crumble queso fresco on top.
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Serve with Salsa
Serve the molcajete hot with a generous amount of salsa on top. Accompany with rice, beans, and warm tortillas.





