Sincronizada facts for kids
A sincronizada made with ham, Oaxaca cheese and topped with salsa and pico de gallo
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| Course | Lunch, snack |
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| Place of origin | Mexico |
| Serving temperature | Warm |
| Main ingredients | Ham, cheese, tortillas |
A sincronizada is a tasty Mexican dish. It's like a special kind of sandwich made with two flour tortillas. Inside, you'll find ham and melted Oaxaca cheese (or another type of cheese). Sometimes, people also add refried beans or chorizo.
To make them, the tortillas are grilled or lightly fried. This makes the cheese melt and the tortillas become a little crispy. Sincronizadas are often cut into halves or wedges. They are usually served with salsa, pico de gallo, or guacamole on top.
Sincronizada vs. Quesadilla
Sincronizadas are often confused with plain quesadillas. This is because they look very similar. In the United States, quesadillas are often made with flour tortillas. However, traditional Mexican quesadillas are usually made from masa (corn dough).
Even though they look alike, the sincronizada is considered a different dish. The main difference is that a sincronizada always includes ham. Also, sincronizadas are made with two wheat flour tortillas. A traditional quesadilla is usually made with a single corn tortilla that is folded over. Think of a sincronizada as a "sandwich" style dish.
What's Inside?
The ingredients in a sincronizada can change. Common cheeses include Oaxaca cheese and Manchego cheese. Different kinds of ham can also be used.
Sometimes, a sincronizada is eaten by itself. But in many parts of Mexico, people add toppings. These might include a regional sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. These toppings add even more flavor.
In some Tex-Mex restaurants in the U.S., you might find sincronizadas with chicken fajita meat. However, fajita meat is not traditionally used in Mexico. Fajitas are a Tex-Mex dish, not a traditional Mexican one.
When to Eat Them
Sincronizadas are often eaten in the evening. They are a popular part of a light meal called a merienda.
See also
In Spanish: Sincronizada para niños
