Queso Fundido

Ingredients

• •1 lb Oaxaca cheese
• •0.5 lb Chihuahua cheese
• •2 tbsp Butter
• •1 medium Onion
• •2 whole Jalapeño
• •3 whole Serrano peppers
• •0.5 cup Beer
• •12 small Tortillas

Instructions

1. 1

   Grate both cheeses and combine in a bowl.

   💡 Work methodically. Attention to detail separates home cooking from restaurant quality.

2. 2

   Melt butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.

   💡 Add in small pieces to incorporate gradually. Watch for browning - it burns fast.

3. 3

   Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

   💡 High heat with small amount of fat. Ingredients should sizzle but not steam.

4. 4

   Add sliced jalapeños and serranos. Cook for 2 minutes.

   💡 Taste at every stage. Seasoning develops as food cooks.

5. 5

   Add beer and let simmer for 2 minutes.

   💡 Keep at a gentle bubble - rapid boiling toughens proteins and makes liquids reduce too quickly.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to low. Add cheese in handfuls, stirring until melted.

   💡 Taste at every stage. Seasoning develops as food cooks.

7. 7

   Transfer to broiler. Cook until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

   💡 Very high heat to develop deep browning. Do not move the protein until it releases naturally.

8. 8

   Serve immediately with warm tortillas.

   💡 Work methodically. Attention to detail separates home cooking from restaurant quality.