Entomatada facts for kids
A plate of entomatadas
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| Place of origin | Mexico |
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| Main ingredients | Tortillas, tomato sauce (tomatoes, garlic, onion, oregano) |
Entomatadas are a yummy Mexican dish. They are made with a soft corn tortilla. First, the tortilla is lightly fried in oil. Then, it is covered in a special tomato sauce.
This tasty tomato sauce is made from fresh tomatoes, garlic, onion, and oregano. Sometimes, a little chile serrano is added for a bit of spice. The exact recipe for the sauce can be a little different depending on who is cooking!
What's Inside Entomatadas?
Entomatadas can have many different fillings. The most popular fillings are chicken, beef, cheese, or beans.
When chicken or beef is used, it's often cooked until it's super soft. This makes it easy to pull the meat apart into small pieces.
How Are They Served?
After the tortillas are filled, more tomato sauce is poured over them. Then, the dish is topped with sour cream, shredded cheese like queso fresco, and thin slices of white onion.
Entomatadas are often served with yummy side dishes. These can include refried beans or rice.
Entomatadas vs. Enchiladas
Entomatadas are quite similar to another popular Mexican dish called enchiladas. The main difference is the sauce. Entomatadas use a tomato-based sauce. Enchiladas, on the other hand, use a sauce made from chili peppers.
