Mulita
(Mulitas)
Mulitas are sometimes described as "quesadillas on steroids". The Mexican dish usually consists of a crispy tortilla filled with chunks of grilled meat, cheese, and salsa or guacamole topping, although the fillings may vary from one food stand to another.
The name of the dish literally means little mule, referring to the fact that the food is wrapped and transferred from a street vendor to the consumer. It is recommended to top each mulita with another tortilla and drizzle it with lime juice.
Recipe variations
Carne Asada Mulitas
READY IN 1h 45minThis recipe gives instructions on how to prepare mulitas with carne asada from start to finish — instructions on how to make the tortillas and carne assada, plus the accompanying fillings and condiments, namely guacamole and sautéed vegetables.
Mulitas with Carnitas
READY IN 4h 10minThis recipe gives instructions on how to prepare mulitas with carnitas. The preparation is lengthy because you will need to make carnitas from scratch, but the other ingredients you can buy premade. Apart from carnitas, you will also need refried beans, Monterey Jack, cotija or queso fresco, onion, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro for the filling. The recipe also gives the option of using either flour or corn tortillas.
Mulita Authentic recipe
This recipe gives instructions on how to prepare mulitas with carne asada from start to finish — instructions on how to make the tortillas and carne assada, plus the accompanying fillings and condiments, namely guacamole and sautéed vegetables.
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