Mushroom and Broccoli Buñuelos

Mushroom and Broccoli Delights in a Bunuelo Wrap

Yield: 6 Servings

Gather the Ingredients:

• 1 cup (250 ml) of Milk
• 1/2 cup (100 g) of Butter
• 1 teaspoon of Salt
• 1 teaspoon of Fresh Thyme
• 1 cup (125 g) of Flour
• 4 Eggs
• 4 Cloves Garlic, Minced
• Ground Nutmeg and Black Pepper
• 1 cup (200 g) of Mushrooms
• 1/2 cup (150 g) of Broccoli Florets

Get to Work:

1. In a pot, blanch the Broccoli for 3 minutes in boiling water, then immediately transfer it to an ice bath. Drain and set aside.
2. Place the Mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C for 10 minutes. Let cool, then chop.
3. In a pot, melt the Butter, then add the Milk, Salt, Minced Garlic, Nutmeg, and Black Pepper. Heat until it starts to simmer, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. Whisk in the Flour, then let it rest for 4 minutes without removing it from the heat.
5. Remove from the heat and transfer to a bowl. Add the Eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6. Add the Chopped Mushrooms and Blanched Broccoli, then mix well.
7. Form the mixture into small balls or patties.
8. Heat Olive Oil in a pan and fry the patties until golden brown.
9. Serve hot.

Noteworthy Insights:

Bunuelos are traditional Mexican fritters that can be filled with various ingredients. To make a basic Bunuelo recipe, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of All-Purpose Flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of Baking Powder
• 1/4 cup of Lard or Vegetable Shortening
• 1 cup of Warm Water

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Flour, Salt, and Baking Powder.
2. Add the Lard and mix until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add the Warm Water and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

To make your Bunuelos even more delectable, follow a few tips:

• Add Flavor: Add minced Garlic, Onion, or herbs like Cilantro to the filling for extra flavor.
• Adjust Filling Amount: Make sure the filling is not too large, as it can burst during frying. A small amount is best.
• Frying Temperature: Use a thermometer to ensure the Oil is at the right temperature (around 375°F) for frying.

With these tips, you can now create your own Mushroom and Broccoli Bunuelos—deliciousness that will be sure to please everyone at the table!