Jul 14 2026
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Queso Fundido Recipe

Inspired by Riviera Maya
Time45m
Serves4

Cheese fondue with morita sauce.

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Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

Morita Sauce

For Serving

Method

Cheese Mixture Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheeses

    Grate the Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheeses into a large bowl. Add the cream cheese and mix until well combined.

Morita Sauce Preparation

  1. 2

    Soak the Chiles

    Remove the stems from the dried morita chiles and soak them in warm water for about 15 minutes until softened.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once heated, add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.

  3. 4

    Blend the Sauce

    In a blender, combine the soaked chiles, sautéed onion and garlic, and the chopped tomato. Add salt and blend until smooth.

Combining and Cooking

  1. 5

    Melt the Cheese

    In a suitable pot or skillet, combine the cheese mixture and morita sauce. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently until the cheeses melt and the mixture is creamy.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Queso Fundido

    Transfer the queso fundido to a serving dish, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with tortilla chips and lime wedges on the side.

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