World Flavors Cookbook

Loroco con Queso

Sautéed loroco flower buds melted with fresh cheese — a simple, distinctly Guatemalan and Salvadoran preparation of this edible flower.

Cuisine: Guatemala

Ingredients

• 200g fresh loroco flower buds (or frozen)
• 200g quesillo or mozzarella, sliced
• 1 tbsp butter
• Salt

Instructions

1. Heat butter in a small pan.
2. Add loroco buds. Cook 3-4 minutes until tender.
3. Add cheese slices on top.
4. Cover and let melt 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve immediately as a filling or side.