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Authentic discada recipe cooked in a traditional metal disco.

Discada Recipe

Discada is a quintessential dish from Northern Mexico, bringing together a medley of meats, vegetables, and spices cooked to perfection on a disco .

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 1 large batch (about 8 cups) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 pound bacon, diced
  • 1/2 pound Mexican chorizo, casings removed
  • 1 pound ground beef or thinly sliced sirloin
  • 1/2 pound ham, diced
  • 2 hot dogs or sausages, sliced (optional)
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, sliced (optional, for heat)
  • 1/4 cup beer or white wine (optional, for deglazing)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Oil, for cooking (if needed)

Instructions

  • Heat the Disco or Pan: Place your disco over medium-high heat on a gas burner or open flame. Add a small amount of oil if necessary.
  • Cook the Bacon: Start by cooking the diced bacon until crispy, rendering the fat. Push the bacon to the side of the pan.
  • Add Chorizo: Cook the chorizo in the rendered bacon fat, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned. Push it to the side.
  • Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef or thinly sliced sirloin, cooking until browned and no longer pink. Mix it with the bacon and chorizo.
  • Cook the Ham and Sausages: Stir in the diced ham and sliced sausages (if using), allowing them to heat through and caramelize slightly.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: Add the onions and garlic to the center of the disco. Cook until softened, then mix with the meats. Add the tomatoes, bell peppers, and jalapeño. Stir well.
  • Deglaze the Pan: If using beer or wine, pour it into the pan to lift any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Stir to incorporate.
  • Season: Sprinkle in cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to evenly coat the ingredients.
  • Simmer: Lower the heat and let the discada simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, to meld the flavors.
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with warm tortillas.

Notes

  • Cooking Setup: A traditional disco over an open flame is ideal, but a large cast-iron skillet works well for indoor cooking.
  • Vegetarian Option: Replace the meats with portobello mushrooms, plant-based sausage, and black beans for a flavorful vegetarian version.
  • Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Author: beginrecipes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings
  • Calories: 450
  • Fat: 32g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 30g