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Botana

As I'm told this is unique to Southwest Detroit. I tried it last Saturday. It's similar to a Nacho, bed of Tortilla Chips, covered with a mix of Refried Beans and Chorizo, topped wih shredded Muenster cheese. I couldn't find Muenster locally so I used shredded Mexican Blend and Pepper Jack.
Cooked raised/indirect at 350 dome for 10-15 minutes. Add fresh toppings, onion, pepper, tomato and avocado.
Apologies for the dark picture taken by my cell phone.

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It's like a ever so slightly healthy version of nachos. Looks good.
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Sounds like nachos to me. Where does the name botana come from?
Rowlett, Texas
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Looks like the translation is just snack or appetizer.
Rowlett, Texas
Griffin's Grub or you can find me on Facebook
The Supreme Potentate, Sovereign Commander and Sultan of Wings
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Busterdad, Muenster is used in some places but there are better melting cheeses for the job. Where are you from?Dearborn MI
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I can recommend a few markets in South West Detroit that will have anything you need, among with the best Mexican restaurant in Detroit hands down, KenDearborn MI
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Which Mexican restaurant is the best in Detroit? I used to go to Xochimilco in the 80's. The pitchers of Margaritas were awesome!KenfromMI said:I can recommend a few markets in South West Detroit that will have anything you need, among with the best Mexican restaurant in Detroit hands down, Ken
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Mi Pueblo is the best. They opened about 13 or 14 years ago. Only place I'll eat down there. Inexpensive and great food. Xochi's is where most people still go but its not close to Mi Pueblo.Dearborn MI
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Hi Jeff! Where in SW Detroit is this dish from? It looks real tasty!Flint, Michigan
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I grew up on Mexican Fiesta in Dearborn Heights. Started going there with my Dad when they just had a few booths and a jukebox. Nos they have three rooms with a bar and I still love them!
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Steve, born and raised in Dearborn Heights and have worked for the Police Department for the past 26 years LOLDearborn MI
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Thanks, Ken, and Congrats!
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I went to Mi Pueblo when they first opened, it was a few tables, one bathroom, and a dinky kitchen. The menu was on a piece of paper (one side) and it was all in Spanish and everyone looked at my wife and I like we were out of place LOL. 13 years later you can still get 3 tacos, rice, beans, and chips and salsa for about $5.00Dearborn MI
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This recipe was printed in the Det News...they sourced it from Armandos. Armando Galan, now retired, is credited with inventing the Detroit Botana.
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I know some of the family, they also own Los Galanes. I didn't realize he was credited for that.Dearborn MI
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Hey Ken! Thank you for your service! If I ever get pulled over in Dearborn Heights, I'm gonna say I know Egghead Ken and I'm sure I'll be on my way!KenfromMI said:Steve, born and raised in Dearborn Heights and have worked for the Police Department for the past 26 years LOL
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I'm the only Ken in the entire department so you will always get the right one. Mention we talk about food and cooking and they will believe you that you know me for sure LOLDearborn MI
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Maybe some of us Michigan guys should get together for a Eggtoberfest this Fall. It will give me some time to brew up some beer since I am currently out of HomeBrew.Dearborn MI
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KenfromMI said:Maybe some of us Michigan guys should get together for a Eggtoberfest this Fall. It will give me some time to brew up some beer since I am currently out of HomeBrew.
Flint, Michigan
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