Best Easy Papadzules Yucatecos Recipe

Corn tortillas filled with hard-boiled eggs and bathed in a silky pumpkin seed sauce are a Yucatecan classic. This vegetarian, high protein dish is a healthy option perfect for calorie deficit plans.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 340 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Large eggs 8 pieces
  • Corn tortillas 12 pieces
  • Raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) 1.5 cups
  • White onion 1 medium
  • Fresh cilantro 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Anaheim pepper or green chile 1 piece
  • Water 2 cups
  • Salt 0.75 tsp
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 38 g 45%
Protein 16 g 19%
Fat 15 g 36%
Serving size 210g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Cool the eggs in ice water, peel, and chop them coarsely.

  2. 2

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pumpkin seeds, stirring constantly, until puffed and lightly golden but not browned (about 4 minutes). Allow to cool.

  3. 3

    Blend the toasted pumpkin seeds with 1 cup water, Anaheim pepper, and half the white onion until you have a thick, smooth paste; add more water for a pourable sauce consistency.

  4. 4

    Heat olive oil over medium-low heat in a saucepan. Add the pumpkin seed mixture, salt, and cook gently for 5 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking. Adjust seasoning.

  5. 5

    Warm each tortilla briefly on a dry skillet over medium heat, then fill them with chopped egg and roll closed. Arrange on a platter. Spoon the hot pumpkin seed sauce generously over the tortillas. Garnish with remaining onion (sliced) and fresh cilantro.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Papadzules Yucatecos recipe?
The essential ingredient in Papadzules Yucatecos is the raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas), which form the signature silky sauce that defines the dish’s flavor and unique identity. Combined with eggs, they deliver rich creaminess and nutty complexity.
Q. How do I achieve a smooth, silky pumpkin seed sauce?
Toast the pumpkin seeds gently until aromatic but not browned, then blend them thoroughly with water, chile, and onion for a smooth paste. When cooking, keep the heat at medium-low and stir constantly for an even, lump-free, velvety sauce.
Q. How can I prevent the tortillas from breaking while filling and rolling?
Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat just until they're pliable. This makes them easier to roll around the chopped eggs without tearing, ensuring a tender but cohesive bite.
Q. How many calories and protein does each serving contain?
Each serving of this Papadzules Yucatecos recipe contains about 340 kcal, with 16g protein per serving. That’s a 19% protein caloric ratio, making it an excellent high-protein vegetarian option.
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