Hongo & Panela Tacos recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLucha CantinaHongo & Panela Tacos Recipe

Hongo & Panela Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Lucha Cantina
Time1h
Serves4

Grilled Panela cheese, Crimini & Shitake Mushrooms, house made tomatillo salsa and pickled onions.

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Ingredients

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Taco Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pickled Onions

    Slice the onion thinly and place it in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt until dissolved. Pour the mixture over the onions, ensuring they are submerged. Let them pickle for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Make the Tomatillo Salsa

    Boil the tomatillos in water for about 10 minutes until soft. Drain and blend them with cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeño until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

  3. 3

    Grill the Mushrooms

    Clean and slice the crimini and shitake mushrooms. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender.

  4. 4

    Grill the Panela Cheese

    Slice the Panela cheese into thick slabs. In the same pan, grill the cheese for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and slightly melted.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Tacos

    Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet. Layer the grilled mushrooms and Panela cheese on each tortilla. Top with tomatillo salsa and pickled onions. Serve immediately.

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