Best 5 Grilled Portobello And Rajas Salsa Taco With Queso Fresco Recipes

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**Grilled Portobello and Rajas Salsa Taco with Queso Fresco**

This grilled portobello and rajas salsa taco is a vegetarian's delight, packed with smoky flavors and a burst of fresh, tangy salsa. The hearty portobello mushrooms are grilled to perfection, offering a meaty texture that pairs wonderfully with the creamy queso fresco and crunchy rajas salsa. The salsa, made with roasted poblano peppers, corn, and tomatoes, adds a vibrant heat and smoky sweetness that complements the grilled mushrooms perfectly. Served on warm corn tortillas, these tacos are a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. The recipe includes detailed instructions for grilling the portobello mushrooms, preparing the rajas salsa, and assembling the tacos. It also features a recipe for a simple, yet flavorful marinade for the mushrooms and a creamy avocado sauce to drizzle over the tacos for an extra layer of richness. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delectable grilled portobello and rajas salsa taco!

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MUSHROOM, RAJAS, AND CORN TACO WITH QUESO FRESCO



Mushroom, Rajas, and Corn Taco with Queso Fresco image

Provided by Deborah Schneider

Categories     Cheese     Mushroom     Onion     Roast     Vegetarian     Cinco de Mayo     Dinner     Corn     Tortillas     Chile Pepper     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 large tacos

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 Anaheim chiles
1 poblano chile
1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 1 ear)
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt
1/2 white onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large clove garlic, thinly sliced
6 ounces cremini or white button mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
6 fresh epazote leaves, chopped (about 1 tablespoon, optional)
Fresh-ground black pepper
1/2 cup queso fresco, cut into small cubes
6 warm corn tortillas
Salsa quemada
1/4 cup grated cotixa or aƱejo cheese
Cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • 1. Roast the chiles as for rajas (see note) and cut them into 1/2-inch dice.
  • 2. Heat a heavy pan (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat until very hot.
  • 3. In a bowl, toss the corn with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and a sprinkling of salt. Spread the corn in the hot pan and let it blacken slightly, without stirring, for 30 seconds. Have a lid ready in case the kernels begin to pop. Remove the roasted corn from the pan.
  • 4. In the same pan, heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil. Add the onion and diced chiles and cook, stirring often, until the onion is soft and beginning to brown. Season lightly with salt and remove from the pan.
  • 5. Reduce the heat and add the remaining olive oil. Add the garlic and mushrooms. Cook, stirring often, until the mushrooms are cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Return the corn and chiles to the pan and stir to reheat.
  • 6. Turn off the heat and stir in the epazote, if using, black pepper, and queso fresco.
  • 7. To assemble the tacos, spoon some vegetables onto a tortilla. Top with a generous tablespoon of salsa and sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of cotixa cheese over all. Top with a cilantro sprig.

SHREDDED CHICKEN AND TOMATILLO TACOS WITH QUESO FRESCO



Shredded Chicken and Tomatillo Tacos with Queso Fresco image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tomatillos, husked, washed, and grilled until blackened
1 serrano, grilled until blackened
Olive oil
1/2 small red onion, coarsely chopped
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
8 blue corn tortillas
1 cup crumbled queso fresco

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to medium. Add the blackened tomatillos and serrano to a small saute pan and briefly saute in a little olive oil on the grates of the grill.
  • Place the tomatillos, serrano, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and honey in a blender and blend until smooth. Place the tomatillo mixture in a large saute pan and place on the grates of the grill. Bring the mixture to a simmer, add the chicken, and heat through.
  • Place the tortillas on the grill, and grill for 20 seconds on each side. Spoon the chicken mixture into the tortillas and top with a few tablespoons of queso fresco. Fold the tortillas in half serve immediately.

QUESO FRESCO QUESADILLAS



Queso Fresco Quesadillas image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 (10-inch) flour tortillas
2 cups crumbled queso fresco cheese
2 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
6 scallions, julienned
1/2 bunch cilantro leaves, chopped
Clarified butter
Tomatillo salsa, recipe follows
10 tomatillos, husked
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
1 ounce lime juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 bunch cilantro leaves, finely chopped
8 scallions, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons roasted garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons of roasted red peppers, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Lay 2 tortillas on the work surface. Distribute the cheese evenly between the 2 tortillas. Arrange the sliced tomatoes over the cheese. Sprinkle the scallions and cilantro on top of the tomatoes. Place the remaining tortillas on top of each of the filled tortillas.
  • Coat the interior of a large saute pan with clarified butter. Gently place 1 quesadilla in the pan. Brush the top with clarified butter. Cook over medium heat until the underside is golden brown. Using 2 spatulas, flip the quesadilla. Cook until golden brown. Cut into 6 pieces. Serve with Tomatillo Salsa.
  • Preheat the broiler. Place the tomatillos on a baking sheet and broil until they begin to blacken. When the tomatillos are cool, place them in a blender with the jalapenos, lime juice, sugar and salt. Puree. Add to remaining ingredients and mix well.

RAJAS SALSA



Rajas Salsa image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 roasted red and yellow bell peppers, peeled, seeded and sliced
2 roasted poblano peppers, peeled, seeded and sliced
4 plum tomatoes, skin charred and chopped
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup olive oil
1 lime
Salt

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients together and season with salt. Serve immediately.

GRILLED PORTOBELLO TACOS WITH SALSA VERDE



Grilled Portobello Tacos With Salsa Verde image

From Vegetarian Times April 2010. Juicy, earthy portobellow mushrooms make these tacos a mouthwatering treat. Don't worry if the mushroom caps seem slightly undercooked when you pull them from the grill; leave them out on a plate, and they will continue to cook (this is called carryover cooking).

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 6 Tacos

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/3 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon black pepper
6 large portabella mushrooms, the caps
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas, soft
2 avocados, sliced
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
3 cups cabbage, shredded
vegan sour cream (optional)
4 tomatillos, chopped (or 1 cup canned)
1 large green bell pepper, roughly chopped (can also use poblano chile)
1 bunch cilantro, fresh leaves only, use a large bunch
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves
3 teaspoons organic sugar or 3 teaspoons agave nectar
1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat. To make Marinade: combine all ingredients in small bowl.
  • To make Tacos: Brush mushroom caps with marinade. Grill mushrooms 3 to 5 minutes per side. Cool until easy to handle, then slice into strips.
  • To make Salsa Verde: puree all ingredients in food processor 1 minute, or until smooth. Pour sals over mushroom strips, and let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Lightly warm tortillas 15 seconds per side in skillet or on griddle. Fill tortillas with sliced mushrooms, avocado slices, tomatoes, and cabbage. Top each taco with sour cream, if using.

Tips:

  • To make the rajas salsa, roast the poblano peppers directly over a gas burner or under the broiler until the skin is blackened. This will give the salsa a smoky flavor.
  • Be sure to remove the seeds and veins from the poblano peppers before roasting them. This will help to reduce the bitterness of the salsa.
  • When grilling the portobello mushrooms, brush them with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • To make the queso fresco, simply crumble the cheese into a bowl and then stir in the lime juice and cilantro. This is a quick and easy way to make a delicious and refreshing topping for your tacos.
  • Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, sour cream, and Pico de Gallo.

Conclusion:

These Grilled Portobello and Rajas Salsa Tacos with Queso Fresco are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The smoky flavor of the roasted poblano peppers and the grilled portobello mushrooms pairs perfectly with the creamy queso fresco and the fresh salsa. These tacos are sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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