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Mixiotes: Steam-Cooked Adobo Meat

A traditional Mexican dish of marinated meat, steam-cooked in a wrapper that preserves its juices and aromas.

180 min Mexicana 6 servings
Mixiotes: Steam-Cooked Adobo Meat

The story behind

Mixiotes are an ancestral culinary expression. The steam-cooking technique inside the wrapper allows the meat to deeply integrate with the adobo made of dried chiles and spices. It is a dish that celebrates patience and the richness of traditional Mexican flavors.

Instructions

  1. 1
    Prepare the adobo by blending the hydrated chiles with spices, vinegar, and salt.
  2. 2
    Marinate the meat in the adobo for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. 3
    Distribute the meat with its adobo onto the leaves or paper, forming airtight wrappers.
  4. 4
    Steam the packages for 2 hours until the meat is tender.
  5. 5
    Serve immediately to enjoy the aroma when opening the wrapper.

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