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Chiles En Nogada

Chiles en nogada is a vibrant Mexican dish featuring stuffed poblano peppers with a rich walnut sauce, perfect for festive occasions.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chiles en nogada, Mexican cuisine, stuffed peppers, festive recipes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 poblano peppers
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup dried fruits apricots, raisins
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame until charred, then steam in a plastic bag for 10 minutes.
  • Peel the skin off the cooled peppers and remove the seeds.
  • Sauté onions and garlic in a skillet until translucent.
  • Add ground beef and pork, cooking until browned.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes and dried fruits; season with cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  • Allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes, then remove from heat.
  • Stuff the roasted peppers with the meat mixture.
  • Blend walnuts with milk to make a smooth sauce.
  • Pour the walnut sauce over the stuffed peppers.
  • Garnish with pomegranate seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 5g