Torta de Calabacitas Recipe

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Torta de Calabacitas
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  1. In a heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Saute the onions for 5 to 6 minutes, or until softened. Add the chiles, tomatoes, and salt to the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Continue cooking for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Set aside and allow to cool completely. In a large covered vegetable steamer, steam the zucchini for 5 to 6 minutes, or until tender but. not mushy. Season to taste, then remove the steamer from the pan and let them cool completely. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and thoroughly butter a medium oven-proof casserole or souffle dish. Coat the inside of the dish with the bread crumbs. In a large mixing bowl, whip the egg whites with 1/4 teaspoon salt to stiff peaks, then add the egg yolks, beating them in well. The mixture will be frothy but stiff. Distribute a layer of zucchini slices in overlapping circles on the bottom of the casserole. Pour half of the sauce over the top in an even layer, then distribute 1/3 of the cheese over it. Cover the cheese with 1/3 of the beaten egg mixture, then dot with 1 tablespoon of the butter cut into tiny pieces. Repeat the layering in the same order and finish with a layer of zucchini topped with the last 1/3 of the beaten egg, butter, and cheese. Cook the torte on the top shelf of the oven until the eggs are set and the cheese has melted, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, and serve.
  2. Note: Fresh chiles and bell peppers can be roasted over a gas flame or on a tray under the broiler. Keep turning so the skin is evenly charred, without burning and drying out the flesh. Transfer the charred peppers to a plastic bag, tie the top closed and let steam until cool to the touch, about 15 minutes. (If you are rushed, you can place the bag in a bowl of iced water to speed things up.) The best way to peel is just to pull off the charred skin by hand and then dip the peppers briefly in water to remove any blackened bits. Do not peel the pepper under running water since that it will wash away flavorful juices. Once peeled, cut away stems, seeds and veins.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 349.65 Kcal (1464 kJ)
Calories from fat 251.25 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27.92g 43%
Cholesterol 133.5mg 44%
Sodium 381.21mg 16%
Potassium 977mg 21%
Total Carbs 14.93g 5%
Sugars 6.9g 28%
Dietary Fiber 3.31g 13%
Protein 12.77g 26%
Vitamin C 61.6mg 103%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%
Calcium 204.8mg 20%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 94.92 Kcal (397 kJ)
Calories from fat 68.21 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.58g 43%
Cholesterol 36.24mg 44%
Sodium 103.49mg 16%
Potassium 265.24mg 21%
Total Carbs 4.05g 5%
Sugars 1.87g 28%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g 13%
Protein 3.47g 26%
Vitamin C 16.7mg 103%
Iron 0.6mg 11%
Calcium 55.6mg 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.7
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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