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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Selene Santiago

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Green Spaghetti

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, Green Spaghetti (Espagueti Verde) is a vibrant dish often enjoyed in homes and restaurants alike. The dish showcases the rich flavors of fresh herbs, particularly cilantro, and is a delightful fusion of traditional pasta with Mexican ingredients. Today, it has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in various cuisines, making it a beloved comfort food for many.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 paquete de espagueti
1 lata de media crema
1/4 de queso crema
2 chiles poblanos
1 jalapeño
2 dientes de ajo
1 cucharada de consomé de pollo
1 manojito de cilantro
Sal
Aceite
Mantequilla
Agua

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and dairy-free.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Bell pepper is milder and more widely available.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cube

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and suitable for vegans.

1

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in salted water until al dente.

2

In a pan, heat some oil and butter, then sauté the chopped garlic, chiles poblanos, and jalapeño until softened.

3

Add the media crema and queso crema to the pan, stirring until well combined.

4

Mix in the consomé de pollo and chopped cilantro, adjusting seasoning with salt.

5

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Espagueti Verde
Local Name: espagueti verde

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