Best 4 Pappasitos Copycat Recipes

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**Pappasitos: A Culinary Delight Awaits**

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with Pappasitos, a renowned restaurant chain known for its delectable Mexican cuisine. Our article presents a collection of authentic Pappasitos copycat recipes that will bring the vibrant flavors of this popular eatery to your kitchen. From the sizzling fajitas to the savory enchiladas, these recipes capture the essence of Pappasitos' culinary magic. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes offer a delightful escapade into the world of Mexican gastronomy. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and embark on a delicious adventure with our carefully curated Pappasitos copycat recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PAPPASITO'S SALSA



Pappasito's Salsa image

You can make Pappasitos salsa at home with this easy copycat recipe.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Appetizer

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 fresh poblano pepper
1 minced jalapeno pepper
1½ pounds tomatoes (pick the most fresh and ripe tomatoes)
½ cup diced white onion
½ teaspoon celery salt
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ cup fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sugar
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a moderately hot skillet that has been sprayed with a cooking spray, brown the coarsely chopped poblano pepper and jalapeno pepper.
  • Cook and stir until the skins have turned dark on many sides of peppers.
  • Add tomatoes and brown them until the skins on the tomatoes have turned a dark brown on several sides.
  • Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Put the onion in the hot skillet that has been removed from the heat. Stir to combine.
  • In a food processor, add celery salt, oregano cilantro, sugar, garlic salt, and pepper.
  • Pour peppers, onions, and tomatoes into the food processor.
  • Process and add water a little at a time. Process just enough to chop to a medium consistency but not to a smooth paste. Leave it a little chunky.
  • Remove salsa from the processor and pour it into a hot skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook and quickly stir for 3 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Sodium 223 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PAPPASITO'S SALSA



Pappasito's Salsa image

Make and share this Pappasito's Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 1-2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 roma tomatoes (Whole)
1 small yellow onion, diced (1/3 - 1/2 C Diced)
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, stem removed and seeded
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 fresh poblano pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2-3/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a moderately hot skillet that has been sprayed with a cooking spray brown the coarsely chopped Pablano pepper and jalapeno pepper.
  • Brown and stir until the skins have turned dark on many sides of peppers.
  • Add tomatoes and brown them until the skins on the tomatoes have turned a dark brown on several sides, remove pan from heat.
  • Put onion in hot skillet that has been removed from the heat and stir.
  • In a food processor add celery salt, oregano, cilantro, sugar, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Pour peppers, onions and tomatoes and add water a little at a time; process just enough to chop to a medium
  • consistency but not to a smooth paste, leave a little chunky.
  • Remove from processor and pour in hot skillet turn up heat quickly stir for 3 min and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.2, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 38.8, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 18.7, Protein 7.4

PAPPASITO'S CANTINA'S SALSA RECIPE - (3.2/5)



Pappasito's Cantina's Salsa Recipe - (3.2/5) image

Provided by á-170456

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 Roma tomatoes whole
1/2 cup diced yellow onion - (abt 1 small)
1 fresh jalapeño pepper stemmed, seeded
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 fresh pablano pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 cup water - (to 3/4)
1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a moderately-hot skillet that has been sprayed with a cooking spray brown the coarsely chopped Pablano pepper and jalapeño pepper. Brown and stir until the skins have turned dark on many sides of peppers. Add tomatoes and brown them until the skins on the tomatoes have turned a dark brown on several sides, remove pan from heat. Put onion in hot skillet that has been removed from the heat and stir. In a food processor add celery salt, oregano, cilantro, sugar, garlic salt and pepper. Pour in peppers, onions and tomatoes and add water a little at a time, process just enough to chop to a medium consistency but not to a smooth paste, leave a little chunky. Remove from processor and pour in hot skillet, turn up heat, quickly stir for 3 minutes and serve hot. This recipe yields ?? servings.

PAPPASITO'S BROCHETTE SHRIMP - COPYCAT RECIPE



Pappasito's Brochette Shrimp - Copycat Recipe image

When I was in college, I worked at Pappasito's as a waitress. I LOVED their brochette shrimp and I asked the cook for the recipe. He didn't give me the exact measurements, but he did give me the list of ingredients. I went home and played around with the quantities of the ingredeints and came up with what I think is very close to the real thing!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 large shrimp
6 slices bacon, cut in half
1 fresh jalapeno
1 slice monterey jack cheese, thick
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup white wine
wooden skewer, soaked in water

Steps:

  • Clean and devein shrimp, leaving the last section and tails intact.
  • With a paring knife, carefully slice each shrimp from tail to tip.
  • Wash and seed jalapeno, and cut into a pieces about 1/2-inch X 1/2-inch squares.
  • Cut slice of cheese into 12 small pieces.
  • Stuff one small piece of cheese and one small piece of jalapeno into each shrimp.
  • Wrap a half slice of bacon around each shrimp.
  • Place shrimp on a wet skewer.
  • Repeat this process until all shrimp have been placed on skewers.
  • Place in refrigerator for a few minutes while you prepare the rest of the recipe.
  • Mix the paparika, cayenne pepper and black pepper together.
  • In a small skillet, heat butter and white wine until butter is completely melted.
  • Prepare grill.
  • ~note~I use my indoor grill, but these can be made on an outdoor grill too, but I would use a low flame!
  • Remove shrimp from fridge and brush completely with melted butter.
  • Sprinkle with seasonings.
  • Grill on each side until shrimp are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.2, Fat 62.4, SaturatedFat 35.6, Cholesterol 196.2, Sodium 888.8, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 12.5

Tips:

  • Be sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your dish.
  • Follow the recipe carefully. Don't skip any steps, and don't substitute ingredients unless you know exactly what you're doing.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. Once you've mastered the basic recipe, you can start to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. This is a great way to personalize your dish and make it your own.

Conclusion:

Pappasito's is a Tex-Mex restaurant chain that is known for its delicious food. The recipes in this article will help you to recreate some of your favorite Pappasito's dishes at home. With a little practice, you'll be able to make these dishes just as good as the restaurant does.

Here are some additional tips for making the most of these recipes:

  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the fajitas in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • If you don't have a tortilla press, you can use a rolling pin to flatten the tortillas.
  • Be sure to serve the dishes with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Enjoy!

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