Taquito Cups, or perhaps mini corn-taco salads?
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
I really could not figure out what to call these cute little appetizers, so suggestions are welcome. These are quite easy to whip up for a quick snack or as appetizers for a party.
The concept is simple – cut rounds out of a basic cornmeal dough and bake them into cups, molded over the back of muffin tins. Fill with anything you want! I usually make a black bean filling, but have also filled the cups with guacamole.
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Imagine the possibilities with these little critters. Make the cups bigger and assemble a mini salad – shredded lettuce, diced avacado, and grilled shrimp. Sauteed leeks, a slice of steak, and caramelized onions. Add sugar to the dough and fill with caramelized apples. *dreamy sigh*
Alternatively – the cornmeal dough is great as a pizza crust (pre-bake it a little), and the black bean filling makes a phenomenal sauce. Try it!
Recipe after this link –
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