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GREEN SPAGHETTI | EASY Mexican Style Green Spaghetti | Spaghetti Verde Recipe

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Mexican Green Spaghetti

Cultural Context

Mexican Green Spaghetti, or Espagueti Verde, is a vibrant dish that showcases the use of fresh herbs and ingredients typical in Mexican cuisine. It is often served as a comforting family meal, combining the beloved flavors of cilantro and jalapeño in a creamy sauce. This dish reflects the fusion of traditional Italian pasta with local Mexican flavors, making it a popular choice in many households. Today, variations abound, with some opting for lighter sauces or adding proteins like chicken or shrimp.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 fresh poblano peppers
1 large clove garlic
small piece of onion
a hand full of fresh cilantro
8 oz cream cheese
8 fl oz Mexican crema
6 fl oz pasta water
1 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon powder
pinch of salt
pepper to taste
1/2 cup Cotija cheese
1 lb Spaghetti pasta

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: pecorino cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Prepping the poblano peppers.

2

Boil the pasta according to package instructions.

3

Prepare the sauce by blending poblano peppers, garlic, onion, cilantro, cream cheese, Mexican crema, chicken bouillon powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

4

Add pasta water to the sauce to reach desired consistency.

5

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

6

Serve garnished with extra cheese.

Cooking Techniques

boilingblending

Equipment Needed

blenderlarge pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Espagueti Verde
Local Name: espagueti verdes

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