Manly Mexican Bites Recipe

Name: Manly Mexican Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 ounces chorizo or other hot sausage, removed from casings and crumbled; 2 cups finely chopped yellow onions; 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 cups grated Monterey Jack; 2 cups grated cheddar; 4 large fresh jalapenos, stems and ends removed, cut into 20 slices about 1/4-inch thick each; 12 corn tortillas; Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish; Spicy Sour Cream Dip, recipe follows; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 chipotle chile in adobo, chopped; 1 teaspoon abobo sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

24 ounces chorizo or other hot sausage, removed from casings and crumbled
2 cups finely chopped yellow onions
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 cups grated Monterey Jack
2 cups grated cheddar
4 large fresh jalapenos, stems and ends removed, cut into 20 slices about 1/4-inch thick each
12 corn tortillas
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Spicy Sour Cream Dip, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 chipotle chile in adobo, chopped
1 teaspoon abobo sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium-high heat, stirring, until browned and the fat is rendered, about 4 minutes.
2
Add the onions, garlic, Essence, and chili powder, and cook, stirring, until the onions are soft, 3 to 4 minutes.
3
Remove from the heat and let cool.
4
In a bowl, combine the cheeses.
5
Place 4 tortillas on a work surface.
6
Top each tortilla with about 1/4 cup of the sausage mixture.
7
Top each with some cheese and a few jalapeno slices and top with another tortilla.
8
Add another layer of sausage, cheese, and jalapeno finishing with 1 more tortilla.
9
Each stack should be 3 tortillas and 2 layers of filling.
10
Press firmly down on the top of each stack.
11
Lightly oil the grill or griddle and cook the stacks for about 3 minutes per side, or until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
12
Cut each into 4 pieces.
13
Place on a serving platter and garnish with the cilantro.
14
Serve hot with Spicy Sour Cream Dip, if desired.
15
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
16
In a bowl, combine all the ingredients.
17
Adjust the seasoning, to taste.
18
Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 ounces chorizo or other hot sausage, removed from casings and crumbled, 2 cups finely chopped yellow onions, 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Manly Mexican Bites falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Manly Mexican Bites

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