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Posted in RECIPES

Huitlacoche Tacos

Posted on by Mary Ann Lesh

This basic taco mix is quick, easy, and delicious! Huitlacoche is rich in potassium, which reduces blood pressure and protects against stroke, osteoporosis, and kidney stones.

PREP20 minTEMPmediumCOOK11 minSERVES8
  • INGREDIENTS
    • 2 Tbsps OIL
    • 1 lb HUITLACOCHE, rinsed and cut into bite-sized pieces
    • 1/4 MEDIUM ONION, finely chopped
    • 2 cloves GARLIC, finely chopped
    • 4 EPAZOTE leaves (optional)
    • SALT to taste
    • 8 CORN TORTILLAS
    • SALSA to taste
  • DIRECTIONS
    1. Lightly saute the ONION until transparent
    2. Add the GARLIC and continue to saute for 1 minute
    3. Add the HUITLACOCHE and EPAZOTE. Continue to cook for 5 minutes. Do not overcook
    4. Add SALT to taste
    5. Serve the mixture in a warm TORTILLA
    6. Add your favorite SALSA
Posted in MEXICAN SPECIALS, PLANT FOOD FACTS

Epazote

Posted on by Mary Ann Lesh
Epazote is rich in folates, calcium, copper, manganese, iron, and magnesium.

Epazote is a herb used in Mesoamerican cooking since long before the Spanish conquest. Its strong musky flavor is appealing, but it also has a number of nutritional and medicinal benefits. It should be used in small quantities and is not recommended for pregnant women and nursing mothers. It aids in digestion and contains anti-oxidants. It is often added to beans and corn dishes. It belongs to the Amaranthaceae family of herbs and vegetables, which includes amaranth, spinach, quinoa, and beets. The scientific name is Chenopodium ambrosioides. It is sometimes called wormseed or Mexican tea.

3.5 oz (100 g) epazote
calories 32
carbohydrates 7.44 g
fiber 3.8 g
calcium 27.5% RDA
copper 21% RDA
folates 54% RDA
iron 24.5% RDA
magnesium 30% RDA
manganese 135% RDA
phosphorous 12% RDA
potassium 10% RDA
riboflavin 27% RDA
vitamin C 6% RDA
zinc 12% RDA
Sources: nutrition and you