Tahona
Corn Croquetas
BY CHEF ADRIAN VILLARREAL
Looking for an easy way to spice up happy hour at home? These Oaxacan corn croquetas are just the ticket! Stuffed with Oaxacan cheese and bechamel sauce inside a crispy, corn crust, Chef Adrian’s take on Spanish croquetas are a true Tahona favorite. Just pop them in the oven and enjoy as an easy appetizer or lunch– we especially recommend serving them alongside a fun charcuterie board!
SERVES 2-3Choose between vegetarian or add Jamón (+$3) for an extra special touch!
Chef's recommendations
Simply pop on a baking sheet and heat!
Serve with a side of Morita aioli or any mayo-based dipping sauce
Enjoy with a cold, bitter IPA or crisp lager
Add to a board with any cured meat, cheeses, olives, and crackers to make the ultimate charcuterie board!
Current orders will be delivered between October 3rd - October 7th. Deliveries are available in the LA and San Diego area.
+ About the Containers
All meals are delivered in stainless steel, reusable containers that must be returned. There is a $15 fee for each container that is not returned within 60 days. Containers can be returned at the time of a future delivery, or you can sign-up for a free home pick-up on one of our scheduled pick-up days.
+ Ingredients
Roasted corn, Oaxacan cheese, bechamel (milk, butter, flour), Morita mayo, flaked corn crumbs, modified corn starch
Tahona
Old Town - San Diego, CA
Known for their thoughtful take on contemporary Mexican cuisine, Tahona Restaurant and Mezcaleria is the place to experience the flavors of Oaxaca. Originally from Tijuana, Mexico, Chef Adrian Villarreal has cooked his way around the world (including time at hotspot Noma in Copenhagen) before settling in San Diego. And for anyone looking to explore the world of mezcal, be sure to stop in and try one of the 120+ different mezcals featured on their menu.