Cebollitas y Chiles Toreados (Grilled Spring Onions and Blistered Chillies)
Charred spring onions and blistered jalapenos with lime and salt, the essential side for any northern Mexican grill. Ready in 15 minutes.
- Time15 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.44 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Toss the spring onions and jalapenos with the olive oil and salt in a bowl.
- 2
Heat a griddle pan or heavy frying pan until very hot. Cook the jalapenos for 6 to 8 minutes, turning, until blistered and charred in patches.
7 min - 3
Cook the spring onions for 3 to 4 minutes, turning, until the green parts are wilted and the white parts have dark grill marks.
4 min - 4
Pile onto a platter, squeeze over the juice of one lime and serve with the wedges. Eat the chillies whole, or slice them over steak, tacos or beans.
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