Super simple antojitos
Ever wonder what to bring to a potluck or dinner event that you are heading to, but don’t have the time to prepare something elaborate? This week’s recipe will save the worry and be a crowd pleaser. Antojitos, one of my favourite and most simple dishes, requires minimal prep and cooking time, and will enable arriving on time – or fashionably late, whichever is preferred.
As always, I will attach a recipe list below and walk you through the process. First, determine how many people you will be entertaining. Each antojito wrap will cut into approximately 8 to 10 bite size pieces. Let’s begin.
Allow the cream cheese to sit out on the counter and soften so it will be easily spreadable. Rinse the red bell pepper and slice it into ¼ inch squares – you want the peppers to be able to cook slightly but keep a little crunch. Next, rinse a couple of jalapenos and slice them in half, taking out the seeds, as this is where the mouth-burning spice is located. After the seeds are removed, slice the jalapenos into ¼ inch slices – if not a little smaller. Place all of the peppers in a bowl, mix, and set aside. Next, shred some cheddar cheese.
Lie out one wrap at a time, and spoon some of the softened cream cheese on to the middle of the wrap. Rub outward in a circular motion so the cream cheese is evenly spread in a thin layer that covers the wrap. Next, sprinkle some of the pepper mixture evenly over the cream cheese; then, top with some of the shredded cheddar.
Roll up the wrap from one side to the other and you will have formed the first antojito. Continue this process until you are satisfied with the amount you have made. Once all of the enchiladas are wrapped, place on a baking sheet, and in an oven preheated to 350 degrees, bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the wraps have reached a light, golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes; then, slice the wraps into bite-sized rounds. Serve on a platter with sour cream for dipping. This recipe is a regular crowd pleaser and only requires 5 ingredients! Enjoy.
Grocery list:
-Large wraps (white, whole wheat, gluten free – whichever suits your fancy!)
-Jalapenos
-Red bell pepper
-Cream cheese
-Cheddar cheese