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Pastel de Jaiba con Mole Verde

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Mexico, Pastel de Jaiba con Mole Verde showcases the rich culinary heritage of seafood dishes. Crab is often celebrated in festive occasions, paired with the vibrant flavors of green mole, which is made from tomatillos, green chilies, and spices. This dish reflects the fusion of indigenous ingredients with coastal cooking traditions. Today, it is enjoyed in various forms across Mexico, often served at celebrations and gatherings, highlighting the versatility and depth of Mexican cuisine.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves of garlic (minced)
oregano
aji color (red chili powder)
nutmeg
pepper
salt to taste
800 g crab meat
800 ml cream
300 ml milk
1 cup white wine
1 cup marraqueta bread (or mold bread)
150 g grated cheese
crab claws for decoration

crab meat

🥗Healthier: shredded chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a good texture.

green mole sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade green salsa

💰Cheaper: store-bought salsa verde

Store-bought salsa verde is often less expensive and readily available.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without the fat.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Plain yogurt offers similar creaminess at a lower cost.

1

Chop the onion into small cubes (brunoise).

2

Mince the garlic finely.

3

Heat a little milk to soak the bread.

4

Preheat the oven.

5

Soak the marraqueta bread in the warm milk.

6

Chop the garlic and sauté it with the onion until soft and translucent.

7

Add salt to the onion while sautéing.

8

Combine the crab meat, cream, milk, white wine, soaked bread, and grated cheese in a mixing bowl.

9

Mix well until combined.

10

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.

11

Top with crab claws for decoration.

12

Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

shellfishdairyeggs

Also Known As

Crab Cake with Green Mole
Local Name: Pastel de Jaiba con Mole Verde

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