Panela Cheese in Mexican Red Salsa (Queso Panela en Salsa Roja)
Queso Panela en Salsa Roja, or Panela Cheese in Mexican Red Salsa, is a yummy light meal or easy appetizer idea. Not very spicy and a great crowd pleaser. Hope you enjoy!
Servings: 4
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 1 garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- ½ onion diced
- 1 serrano pepper finely minced
- 1 epazote leaf optional
- ½ lb queso panela diced
- Pinch Salt
Instructions
- Add the tomatoes and garlic to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- If you need water, add a splash. Only what is necessary to blend.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
- Add the onion and stir until translucent. 1 minute.
- Add the serrano pepper, stir for 1 more minute.
- Now add the tomato mixture to the pan along with the epazote (if using) and a pinch of salt.
- Stir to combine.
- Add the queso panela, coating everything with the sauce.
- Let simmer uncovered for 3-4 minutes.
- Serve with tortillas, tortilla chips, or saltine crackers.
- Enjoy!
Notes
You will find this in the dairy section next to the cream cheese and sour cream. It is usually by the Queso Fresco.
Queso Panela is firmer, and you can cut into it without the cheese falling apart.
The cheese only needs a few minutes in the pan to warm up so keep a close eye on it.
Serve immediately with tortillas, tortilla chips, or saltine crackers.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 983IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 330mg | Iron: 1mg