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Guaje Genus Leucaena Salsa

June 27, 2024|Salsas

Salsa de Guaje 



Today, I plan to use Guaje as the main ingredient in my recipe. Guaje is a remarkable food ingredient widely used in traditional Mexican cuisine, especially in Mexico's southern and central regions. It is a type of legume with a unique grassy and earthy taste that adds a depth of flavor to many dishes. 



Guaje pods are long and slender. The seeds inside are small, similar to pumpkin seeds and are often used in dried form as they can be stored for a long time without losing their nutritional value.  

The seeds also provide vitamin C to strengthen the immune system, iron to develop the protein hemoglobin for oxygen transport through the bloodstream, and other nutrients, including B vitamins, phosphorus, and antioxidants, to reduce inflammation and protect cells against damage caused by free radicals. 

It is also low in fat and calories, making it a healthy and nutritious addition to your favorite recipes.  

The seeds can be used in various ways, including adding them to soups, stews, and sauces or topping salads and other dishes. In conclusion, Guaje is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can add flavor and nutrition to your meals. 

Whether you're making mole, green pozole, guacamole, salads, or any other recipe, Guaje is an excellent choice for adding taste and nutrition to your favorite dishes. If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine or just looking to try something new, Guaje is definitely worth a try!



"Guaje" is a tasty tiny seed that grows on trees indigenous to Mexico. It can also be found growing in California, Arizona, and Texas.

Living in Arizona, my parents had a tree in their yard that produced an abundant supply of pods. The pods were their favorite, and they would spend hours peeling them while spending quality time together. Once they finished peeling, my mom would freeze them and store them in the freezer for year-round use. The pods were a staple ingredient in many of my mom's recipes, and she would use them to add a unique flavor to soups, stews, and other dishes.

After being removed from their pods, guaje seeds can be consumed in various ways, including raw, fried, or roasted like in this tasty guaje salsa. 


Ingredients: 

  • A small bunch of fresh guaje pods, yielding about 1/2 cup of seeds.
  • Four Tomatillos 
  • Two Large Garlic Cloves 
  • 1/4 of an Onion 
  • One Tsp Course Salt 
  • 1/4 - 1/2 Cup of Water to adjust the thickness of the salsa (Optional). I personally prefer mine to be a little thick similar to guacamole, but you can definitely adjust the thickness by adding water as needed. 
  • 4-5 Serrano Peppers 

To customize the level of spiciness, you can adjust the quantity of serrano peppers used. Serrano peppers are known for their heat and are often used in Mexican cuisine to add a spicy kick to dishes. These peppers are typically small and green, ranging in heat from mild to hot. If you prefer a milder taste, use fewer peppers or remove the seeds and membranes before cooking. On the other hand, if you enjoy a spicy flavor, you can add more peppers to increase the heat. It is important to note that the heat level can vary depending on the freshness and quality of the peppers, so it may be best to start with a small amount and adjust accordingly.




Instructions: 


  1. First, prepare your ingredients by removing the seeds from a handful of pods until you have approximately half a cup. Remove the husk off the tomatillos and rinse them and the serrano peppers in warm water. Peel the garlic and cut the serrano peppers in half. Alternatively, you can make a few small incisions in the serranos so they can cook on the inside. You also need a quarter white onion and one teaspoon of coarse salt.
  2. To protect your pan, you can line it with aluminum foil before roasting the ingredients. This not only prevents damage to the pan but also helps retain the flavor of the tomatillos. Once the tomatillos are roasted, wrap them with the same aluminum foil to let them continue cooking in the heat released from them.
  3. Place all ingredients on the comal over medium/high heat. Move them around frequently until charred on all sides. Guajes only need a few seconds. Remove them first, then garlic and onion.
  4. You have a few options to make the salsa, such as using a molcajete, blender, or food processor. However, if you have a molcajete, I strongly suggest using it because the salsa will have a much richer flavor than a food processor or blender. If using a molcajete, grind the garlic, onion, and salt first. Then add the jalapenos, guaje, and, lastly, the tomatillos. Grind until you achieve the desired texture for your salsa. If needed, add water until it reaches your desired consistency. You can also make the salsa in a food processor. Add all ingredients and pulse a few times to achieve a chunky texture.
  5. Enjoy this delicious salsa to make other recipes, on tacos, or any other dish to add a splash of spice and flavor. It's also great on a warm corn tortilla with a slice of queso fresco.



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Hoy planeo usar Guaje como ingrediente principal en mi receta. El guaje es un ingrediente alimentario notable y ampliamente utilizado en la cocina tradicional mexicana, especialmente en las regiones del sur y centro de México. Es un tipo de legumbre con un sabor herbáceo y terroso único que añade profundidad de sabor a muchos platos.



Las vainas del guaje son largas y delgadas. Las semillas del interior son pequeñas, similares a las semillas de calabaza y se utilizan secos, ya que pueden conservarse durante mucho tiempo sin perder su valor nutritional.
Las semillas también proporcionan vitamina C para fortalecer el sistema inmunológico, hierro para desarrollar la proteína hemoglobina para el transporte de oxígeno a través del torrente sanguíneo y otros nutrientes, incluidas vitaminas B, fósforo y antioxidantes, para reducir la inflamación y proteger las células contra el daño causado por los radicales libres. .
También es bajo en grasas y calorías, lo que lo convierte en un complemento saludable y nutritivo para tus recetas favoritas.
Las semillas se pueden utilizar de varias maneras, incluso agregándolas a sopas, guisos y salsas o aderezando ensaladas y otros platos. En conclusión, el guaje es un ingrediente versátil y delicioso que puede agregar sabor y nutrición a tus comidas.
Ya sea que estés preparando mole, pozole verde, guacamole, ensaladas o cualquier otra receta, El Guaje es una excelente opción para agregar sabor y nutrición a tus platillos favoritos. Si eres fanático de la cocina Mexicana o simplemente buscas probar algo nuevo, ¡definitivamente vale la pena probar Guaje!


El "guaje" es una pequeña y sabrosa semilla que crece en árboles autóctonos de México. También se puede encontrar creciendo en California, Arizona y Texas.
Al vivir en Arizona, mis padres tenían un árbol en su jardín que producía una abundante cantidad de vainas. Las vainas eran sus favoritas y pasaban horas pelándolas mientras pasaban tiempo de calidad juntos. Una vez que terminaban de pelarse, mi mamá los congelaba y los guardaba en el congelador para usarlos durante todo el año. Las vainas eran un ingrediente básico en muchas de las recetas de mi mamá y las usaba para agregar un sabor único a sopas, guisos y otros platos.
Después de sacarlas de sus vainas, las semillas de guaje se pueden consumir de varias maneras, incluso crudas, fritas o tostadas como en esta sabrosa salsa de guaje.

Ingredientes:

  • Un manojo pequeño de vainas de guaje frescas, que producen aproximadamente 1/2 taza de semillas.
  • cuatro tomatillos
  • Dos dientes de ajo grandes
  • 1/4 de cebolla blanca
  • Una cucharadita de sal gruesa
  • 1/2 Taza de Agua para ajustar el espesor de la salsa (Opcional). Personalmente prefiero que el mío sea un poco espeso, similar al guacamole, pero definitivamente puedes ajustar el grosor agregando agua según sea necesario.
  • 4-5 chiles serranos


Para personalizar el nivel de picante, puedes ajustar la cantidad de chiles serranos. Los chiles serranos son conocidos por ser picosos y se usan a menudo en la cocina Mexicana para agregar un toque picante a los platos. Estos pimientos suelen ser pequeños y verdes. Si prefieres un sabor más suave, utiliza menos pimientos o retira las semillas y las membranas antes de cocinarlos. Por otro lado, si te gusta el sabor picante, puedes agregar más serranos para aumentar el picante. Es importante tener en cuenta que el nivel de picante puede variar según la frescura y la calidad de los pimientos, por lo que puede ser mejor comenzar con una cantidad pequeña y ajustarla en consecuencia



Instrucciones:

  1. Primero, prepara tus ingredientes quitando las semillas de un puñado de vainas hasta tener aproximadamente media taza. Retire la cáscara de los tomatillos y enjuáguelos junto con los chiles serranos en agua tibia. Pela los ajos y corta los chiles serranos por la mitad. Alternativamente, puedes hacer algunas pequeñas incisiones en los serranos para que se cocinen por dentro. También necesitas un cuarto de cebolla blanca y una cucharadita de sal gruesa.
  2. Para proteger tu sartén, puedes cubrirla con papel de aluminio antes de asar los ingredientes. Esto no solo evita daños a la sartén sino que también ayuda a conservar el sabor de los tomatillos. Una vez asados ​​los tomatillos, envuélvelos con el mismo papel de aluminio para que sigan cocinándose con el calor que desprenden.
  3. Coloca todos los ingredientes en el comal a fuego medio/alto. Muévelos con frecuencia hasta que se quemen por todos lados. Los guajes sólo necesitan unos segundos. Retíralos primero, luego el ajo y la cebolla.
  4. Tienes algunas opciones para hacer la salsa, como usar un molcajete, una licuadora o un procesador de alimentos. Sin embargo, si tienes un molcajete, te recomiendo usarlo porque la salsa tendrá un sabor mucho más rico que el de un procesador de alimentos o una licuadora. Si usas molcajete, primero muele el ajo, la cebolla y la sal. Luego agrega los jalapeños, el guaje y, por último, los tomatillos. Muele hasta lograr la textura deseada para tu salsa. Si es necesario, agregue agua hasta alcanzar la consistencia deseada. También puedes hacer la salsa en un procesador de alimentos. Agregue todos los ingredientes y presione varias veces para lograr una textura espesa.
  5. Disfruta de esta deliciosa salsa para hacer otras recetas, en tacos o cualquier otro platillo para agregar un toque de picante y sabor. También es excelente sobre una tortilla de maíz calientita con una rebanada de queso fresco. genus leucaena


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