Maguey Flower Patties

Maguey Flower Patties are a traditional Mexican dish, where the flowers are mixed with eggs and chicken to make fried cakes. They are accompanied by a seasoned chicken broth with chilies, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and epazote. A delicious combination of flavors and culinary tradition.

The Maguey Flower Patties are a delicious option to enjoy with family.

The cooked flowers with chicken and egg create a unique combination of flavors.

The broth with chilies, tomatoes, and epazote perfectly complements these exquisite patties.

Maguey Flower Patties

Pastry
1 hour
6 Servings

Ingredients

1 Chicken breast

1 kilogram of Maguey flowers

20 Green tomatoes

6 Eggs

3 Guajillo chilies

1 Epazote sprig

Oil

Garlic

Onion

1 pinch of Salt

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare the Maguey Flower Patties, first clean the flowers and boil them in salted water.

Step 2 : Then, strain and finely chop them.

Step 3 : Next, mix with beaten eggs and cooked, shredded chicken breast.

Step 4 : Then, fry tablespoons of this mixture in hot oil to form the patties.

Step 5 : Once ready, remove and add to the broth.

Step 6 : For the broth, devein, toast, and soak the chilies.

Step 7 : Then, cook them with the tomatoes, grind with onion and garlic, and fry.

Step 8 : Season with salt and add a little water along with an epazote sprig.

Step 9 : Finally, let it boil until it is ready.

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