Jul 17 2026
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Molcajete Recipe

Inspired by Mezcalito Durham
Time1h
Serves4

Pork ribs / steak / shrimp on the shell / grilled chicken / chorizo / onions / queso fresco / red sauce / rice / refried beans / flour tortilla

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Proteins

    Season the pork ribs, steak, grilled chicken, and chorizo with spices of your choice. Grill or pan-fry them until cooked through. For shrimp, grill them in their shells until they turn pink.

  2. 2

    Cook the Onions

    Slice the onions and sauté them in a pan until they become translucent and slightly caramelized.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Red Sauce

    Heat the red sauce in a small saucepan until warm. Optionally, add spices or herbs to enhance flavor.

  4. 4

    Cook the Rice

    Prepare the rice according to package instructions. Typically, this involves rinsing the rice, then boiling it in water until tender.

  5. 5

    Heat the Refried Beans

    Warm the refried beans in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Molcajete

    In a large serving dish or molcajete, layer the grilled meats, sautéed onions, and shrimp. Pour the warm red sauce over the top, and sprinkle with queso fresco.

  7. 7

    Serve with Sides

    Serve the assembled molcajete with rice, refried beans, and warm flour tortillas on the side.

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