La Media Luna Molcajete Recipe
Make La Media Luna Molcajete Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Marinade
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Marinade
- 1
Make the Marinade
In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
Marinating the Meats
- 2
- 3
Prepare Chorizo and Shrimp
While the meats are marinating, slice the chorizo into rounds and set aside. Leave the shrimp as is or season lightly with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- 4
Grill the Meats
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Remove the marinated pork and chicken from the refrigerator. Grill the pork shoulder for about 15-20 minutes per side until fully cooked, and the chicken thighs for about 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 5
Cook Chorizo and Shrimp
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sliced chorizo for about 5 minutes until browned. Add the shrimp and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
- 6
Serving
- 7
Assemble the Molcajete
Slice the grilled pork and chicken into bite-sized pieces. Arrange the meats, chorizo, and shrimp on a large serving platter. Top with sautéed vegetables and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- 8
Serve with Toppings
Serve with warm corn tortillas, sliced avocado, sour cream, and your choice of salsa on the side for guests to customize their plates.


