Mexicalli Onions

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 14

Mexicalli Onions Recipe for a Twist to Your Side Dish

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

15 min

Cook

85 min

Ready In

100 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

139

Sugar

Fat

Mexicalli onions are a Mexican dish that enjoys popularity all over the world now. It is an excellent option for vegetarians who are looking for a flavorful twist to their side dishes. These onions are oven-baked after being stuffed with a filling of a cheesy and spicy sauce that compliments their sweet flavor. Try this recipe to amaze your taste buds with a new and refreshing dish as a side to your main meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan)
2.	Cut the top and bottom off the onions and remove the outer skin.
3.	Melt butter over medium heat in a pan and add flour and chili powder.
4.	Mix the butter, flour, and chili powder together in the pan continuously.
5.	Add the milk while still mixing until a thick sauce is formed.
6.	Fill a baking dish with 1/2 inch of water and add the onions in it with the top part you have cut off as a lid.
7.	Pour the sauce over the onions.
8.	Sprinkle with the chopped red capsicum, corn kernels, and grated cheese.
9.	Cover with the onion lids and cover the baking dish with foil.
10.	Bake in the oven for an hour and 15 minutes.
11.	Take off the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.

PROS

Mexicalli onions are easy to make and can be accompanied with anything, like grilled beef or chicken.
They are also a healthy side dish option for a vegetarian meal that can easily please your family and guests.

CONS

The onions take a long time to bake in the oven, which means they need some preparation in advance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Onions contain antioxidants and compounds that fight inflammation. Furthermore, consuming onions can help reduce the risk of cancer. Additionally, capsicum is an excellent source of vitamin C that boosts the immune system.

	6 medium onions , unpeeled
	20 g butter
	1 tablespoon flour
	1 pinch chili powder
	1/3 cup milk
	1 tablespoon red capsicum , chopped
	1/4 cup cheese , grated
	1/4 cup corn kernel , drained