Mexican Flaming Cheese
Ignite your taste buds with the bold and fiery flavors of Mexican Flaming Cheese—a show-stopping dish that's as entertaining as it is delicious! This cheesy skillet creation combines smoky, charred peppers, savory chorizo, and gooey Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese, topped with an unforgettable tableside flambé using tequila or high-proof liquor. Bursting with layers of flavor from roasted poblano, jalapeño, and red bell peppers, this dish is perfect for dazzling guests at your next gathering. Serve it alongside warm corn or flour tortillas for dipping, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant touch. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this sizzling appetizer is a must-try for fans of Mexican cuisine, making every bite a savory, cheese-loaded adventure!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Chorizo (Mexican sausage, casing removed)
- 12 ounces Shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 Poblano pepper
- 1 Jalapeño pepper
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Tequila or high-proof liquor (for flambéing)
- 8 Corn or flour tortillas (optional, for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roast the poblano, jalapeño, and red bell peppers directly over a gas flame or under a broiler until their skins are charred and blistered, turning occasionally. Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for 5 minutes.
3. Once steamed, peel off the charred skins. Remove the seeds and stems, then dice the peppers and set aside.
4. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook, breaking it into small bits, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the cooked chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
5. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the diced peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
6. Remove the skillet from heat and evenly distribute the cooked chorizo over the vegetable mixture in the skillet.
7. Spread the shredded cheese over the top of the chorizo and vegetables.
8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
9. Heat the tequila or high-proof liquor in a small saucepan until warm but not boiling. Carefully pour the warm liquor over the melted cheese in the skillet.
10. Using a long lighter or match, ignite the liquor to flambé the dish. Allow the flames to burn off completely before serving. (Exercise caution and ensure there’s nothing flammable nearby during this step.)
11. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with warm tortillas or chips for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 204.8 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.2 g | 481% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 4561 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.8 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 144.1 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 2833 mg | 218% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1764 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
