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Huazontle: Traditional, Hearty, Distinctly Mexican
The broccoli-like green behind a beloved Lenten classic.
A LENTEN TABLE CLASSIC
Huazontle, a Mexican Tradition on the Plate
Huazontle is a leafy green topped with tiny flower buds, resembling a cross between broccoli and amaranth greens. Most famously bundled, dipped in egg batter, stuffed with cheese, and simmered in tomato broth, it’s a beloved dish especially during Lent. At Latin Specialties, we source huazontle for consistent quality and freshness, bringing authentic tradition to your table.
Traditional, hearty, and distinctly Mexican—huazontle is comfort food with deep roots.
Fresh Huauzontle,Capeado and Bathed in Sauce
A traditional Mexican green, battered and fried or simmered in sauce.
Classic home dish recipe
Tortitas de Huauzontle en Caldillo de Jitomate
Boiled huauzontle sprigs shaped into patties, dipped in fluffy egg batter, fried and simmered in tomato sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch Latin Specialties Huazontle, tender tops only
- 4 eggs, separated
- Oil for frying and a pinch of salt
- Tomato sauce: 4 ripe Latin Specialties Roma Tomatoes, ¼ Latin Specialties Onion, 1 clove Latin Specialties Garlic, 1 Latin Specialties Serrano, salt and 1 cup water
Method
- Boil the huauzontle sprigs in salted water for about 10 minutes, drain and cool. Strip the tender tops from the stems.
- Blend the roasted or boiled tomatoes, onion, garlic and chile with water and salt; simmer the sauce for 10 minutes.
- Beat the whites to stiff peaks, fold in the yolks, then mix in the huauzontle and shape into small patties.
- Fry the patties in hot oil until golden on both sides, then simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes. Serve with rice.
TipSqueeze the boiled huauzontle well: extra water makes the batter slide off.
From Field to Your Table
Sourcing
Trusted growers deliver consistent, fresh huazontle
Quality & Safety
Strict specs, traceability, and cold-chain stewardship ensure quality.
Ripeness Handling
Harvested at peak tenderness for the best flavor and texture.
Packaging & Formats
Bunched, bagged, or custom program packs.
On-Time Delivery
Reliable logistics to keep your supply flowing.
