Tacos de Flor de Calabaza
Tacos de Flor de Calabaza is a traditional Mexican dish made special by the fresh and slightly sweet taste of squash blossoms. In Mexico, squash blossoms are often used in various dishes, including quesadillas and tacos. This taco is simple yet full of flavor and is a perfect choice for vegetarians. The freshness of cilantro and lime further enhances the delicate texture of the squash blossoms, while the spices add depth to the dish. If you're looking for something special, this recipe is guaranteed to enchant you!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Gently clean the squash blossoms, remove the stems and pistils, and then chop them into smaller pieces.
2
Finely chop the onion, garlic, zucchini, tomatoes, and chili pepper.
3
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened.
4
Add the zucchini and tomatoes, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika, then cook for 5 minutes.
5
Add the squash blossoms to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until they are slightly softened but still hold their shape.
6
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame until lightly charred.
7
Fill the tortillas with the spiced squash blossom mixture and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
8
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos before serving to enhance the flavors.
