Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas Recipe

Name: Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 to 3 cups vegetable oil for frying; 4 (6- to 7-inch) corn tortillas, halved and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips; 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound watercress, coarse stems discarded; 1 pint cherry tomatoes (preferably heirloom), halved; 4 ounces cotija cheese* (also called anejo), crumbled (1 cup); Special equipment: a deep-fat thermometer

Servings: persons

2 to 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
4 (6- to 7-inch) corn tortillas, halved and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips
1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound watercress, coarse stems discarded
1 pint cherry tomatoes (preferably heirloom), halved
4 ounces cotija cheese* (also called anejo), crumbled (1 cup)
Special equipment: a deep-fat thermometer

1
Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet until thermometer registers 350F, then fry tortilla strips, a handful at a time, until golden, 30 to 45 seconds.
2
Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and season with salt.
3
Whisk together vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add olive oil in a stream, whisking until combined well.
4
Toss watercress with dressing in a large bowl and divide among 8 plates.
5
Divide tomatoes and tortilla strips among salads, tucking strips into greens decoratively, and sprinkle salads with cheese.
6
Available at Latino markets and, in the winter months, Kitchen/Market (888-468-4433).

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 to 3 cups vegetable oil for frying, 4 (6- to 7-inch) corn tortillas, halved and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips, 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Watercress Salad with Cotija Cheese and Fried Tortillas

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