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enchiladas verdes

Cultural Context

Enchiladas verdes are a traditional Mexican dish, often enjoyed as a comforting meal. They feature corn tortillas filled with various ingredients, typically chicken, and are smothered in a tangy green salsa made from tomatillos and green chilies. This dish is popular across Mexico and can vary by region, with different fillings and salsas used. Enchiladas are often served during family gatherings and celebrations, making them a staple in Mexican cuisine.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
12 corn tortillas
2 cups green salsa
3 cups shredded chicken
2 cups cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 medium onions
1/2 cup cilantro

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

shredded chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is lower in calories and provides plant-based protein, while canned chicken is often more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and higher in protein.

1

Cook a whole chicken in the oven at 400°F for 2 hours with butter and seasonings under the skin.

2

Prepare butter rice by melting butter and toasting 1 cup of jasmine rice until golden brown.

3

Add 2 cups of water to the toasted rice and bring to a boil.

4

Add corn and chicken bouillon to the boiling rice, mix, cover, and cook on low for 20 minutes.

5

Roast chili serranos and tomatoes on a griddle until toasted.

6

Blend roasted chili serranos, garlic, and a little water until desired consistency is reached.

7

Add salt to taste and blend in the roasted tomatoes.

8

Plate the chicken with butter rice and salsa.

Cooking Techniques

bakedfried

Equipment Needed

skilletbaking dishoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

green enchiladas
Local Name: enchiladas verdes

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