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Saying 'I Love You' With Green Enchiladas

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Green Enchiladas

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, green enchiladas are a beloved dish made with corn tortillas filled with meat or cheese and topped with a vibrant green sauce made from tomatillos. Traditionally served during family gatherings and celebrations, they embody the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Today, enchiladas have gained popularity worldwide, with variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
12 corn tortillas
1 lb green tomatillos
2 serrano peppers
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 cup cilantro
1/4 cup lime juice
8 oz oat-based cheese
8 oz king oyster mushrooms
2 tablespoons olive oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber, while flour tortillas are often less expensive.

green tomatillos

🥗Healthier: green tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned green enchilada sauce

Green tomatoes provide a similar flavor, while canned sauce saves time.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess.

1

Peel the husks off the tomatillos and rinse them.

2

Cut one onion in half and peel it.

3

Toast the corn tortillas and onions in a skillet until browned.

4

Remove the garlic to prevent burning.

5

Add five serrano peppers (seeds left in) to the skillet.

6

Blend the toasted ingredients with garlic, cilantro, lime zest, and lime juice until smooth.

7

Optionally, blend in an avocado for creaminess.

8

Prepare tofu by squeezing out water and drying it with a towel.

9

Julienne two poblano peppers and one red pepper.

10

Dice one red onion finely.

11

Prepare jalapeños by removing seeds and dicing them.

12

Roll and chop cilantro for salsa.

13

Squeeze lime juice into the salsa mixture and stir.

14

Use oat-based cheese for the enchiladas.

15

Shred king oyster mushrooms for filling.

Cooking Techniques

boilingblendingsautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

potblenderskilletbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Enchiladas VerdesEnchiladas de Salsa Verde
Local Name: enchiladas verdes

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