Quesada (Mexican Lasagne)

Mexican comfort food featuring layers of fried tortillas, shredded chicken, cheese, and tomato sauce, topped with crispy battered courgette flowers.

Estimated Nutrition
Calories
982
kcal / serving
5892 kcal total
Carbs
36.3g
per serving
217.8 g total
Fat
63.7g
per serving
382.2 g total
Protein
65.9g
per serving
395.4 g total
Cook Time
80
minutes
Serves
6
people
Dietary
Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
Dairy
200
g
Cheddar
grated
GrainsCereals
6
piece
Corn Tortillas
small soft ones
200
g
Plain Flour
for batter
Liquids
1
l
Chicken Stock
light, for poaching
1
tsp
300
ml
Sparkling Water
for batter
Meat
1.5
kg
Chicken
whole
NutsSeeds
3
clove
Garlic
peeled and crushed
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
tsp
Salt
for batter
OilsFats
150
ml
Sunflower Oil
or rapeseed oil
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
peeled and finely chopped
2
piece
Poblano Chilli
seeds removed, sliced; or green pepper
10
piece
Baby Courgettes
finely sliced
10
piece
Courgette Flowers
torn in half
4
piece
Courgette Flowers
for battering

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