
Traditional Chiles en Nogada
Chiles en nogada is an emblematic dish of Mexican cuisine, originating from Puebla. This recipe, as my mother taught me on our ranch in Jalisco, highlights the balance of flavors between sweet and savory, with a touch of freshness from the pomegranate. The nogada, made with walnut, is the key to a creamy and delightful result. Preparing this dish is a family tradition that celebrates Mexico's independence with its patriotic colors.
Prep
45 min
Cook
60 min
Total
105 min
Yield
6 servings
Origin
MX · Jalisco
Ingredients
- Poblano chile· medium size6 piece
- Ground beef· can be half pork250 g
- White onion· finely chopped1 piece
- Garlic· chopped2 clove
- Round tomato (beefsteak)· peeled and chopped2 piece
- Walnuts· peeled150 g
- Mexican cream· thick cream250 ml
- Pomegranate· deseeded1 piece
- White sugar· to taste2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Method
- 01
Roast the poblano chiles over the flame until the skin is blackened. Place them in a plastic bag to steam and then peel them.
- 02
In a skillet, sauté the white onion and garlic until translucent. Add the ground meat and cook until browned.
- 03
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 04
For the nogada, blend the walnut with the cream and sugar in the blender until you achieve a smooth sauce.
- 05
Stuff the chiles with the meat and tomato mixture. Drizzle with the nogada and decorate with pomegranate.
- 06
Serve the chiles en nogada at room temperature or slightly warm.
Chef tips
- You can substitute ground beef for pork or make a mix of both.
- Roast the chiles on a comal for a more authentic flavor.
- The nogada should be thick but not too much; adjust the cream if necessary.
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