What is it?
Today, I invite you to discover one of the most comforting and tasty dishes of Mexican street food: golden taquitos served with a consommé from Guerrero. This dish, typical of the evenings of Acapulco and cities such as Chilpancingo and Iguala, is a true symbol of sharing and family conviviality in Mexico. Imagine crispy little tacos, stuffed with tender chicken, served in a vegetable-scented broth, accompanied by a mountain of fresh toppings... A real journey for your taste buds!
Origin
Consommé with taquitos is a tradition that is particularly rooted in the Guerrero region of southern Mexico. It is mainly found in the evenings in the "cenadurías", these small family restaurants that set up their tables on the sidewalks as soon as the heat drops. You can eat hot, even when it's 30 degrees! This dish is said to have taken off in Chilpancingo before conquering the hearts (and appetites) of Acapulco and Iguala. In Canada, it's the perfect dish to warm up cold winter evenings, but also to gather family and friends around a good table.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ultra comforting : The contrast between the golden pan-fried taquitos and the warm, fragrant consommé is irresistible.
- Fun and customizable : Everyone garnishes their taquitos in their own way with crisp lettuce, Mexican cream, cotija cheese, radishes, onions, avocado or salsa.
- Simple and festive : Even if the recipe requires a few steps, it is still accessible to everyone, and the atmosphere it creates is simply magical.
- Adaptable : You can use leftover chicken or vary the vegetables in the consommé according to the season.
Key Ingredients
- Corn tortillas : Prefer them fresh or warmed up so that they are soft and easy to roll.
- Shredded chicken : Ideally cooked in a homemade broth to give even more flavor to the consommé.
- Garbanzos (chickpeas), carrot, zucchini : These vegetables give body and sweetness to the broth.
- Mexican Cream, Cotija Cheese, Lettuce, Radishes, Avocado : To generously garnish taquitos and add a touch of freshness.
- Salsa verde or red : To spice it up to your liking!
Conclusion
Whether you're already a fan of Mexican cuisine or just exploring, these taquitos with consommé are a perfect way to get a taste of the authenticity and bounty of Guerrero. Perfect for a meal with family or friends, this dish brings together young and old around the simple pleasure of eating well.
Ready to try this Mexican specialty at home? Here is the step-by-step recipe to make your golden taquitos with Guerrero consommé a success!
