Picture this: you’re craving that authentic Mexican restaurant experience, but don’t want to spend a fortune or leave your cozy home. Girl, I’ve got you covered! Today, I’m sharing my absolutely divine Chiles en Nogada recipe that’ll make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests beg for seconds.
This traditional Mexican dish is basically a love letter to flavors – think poblano peppers stuffed with a perfectly seasoned mixture of ground pork, fruits, and spices, topped with a creamy walnut sauce and pomegranate seeds. It’s literally the Mexican flag on a plate, and honey, it’s gorgeous!
Let me tell you, the first time I made this, my kitchen looked like a tornado hit it, but trust me, it’s worth every dirty dish!
What You’ll Need:
– 6 large poblano peppers
– 1 lb ground pork
– 2 apples, diced
– 2 peaches, diced
– 1/3 cup raisins
– 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
– Spices (cinnamon, cumin, garlic – you know, the good stuff!)
For the heavenly walnut sauce:
– 2 cups walnuts
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 4 oz cream cheese
– 1/4 cup milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish:
– Pomegranate seeds (because we’re fancy like that!)
– Fresh parsley
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Now, let’s get cooking:
1. First, char those poblanos until they’re black and blistered. Pop them in a plastic bag to steam (this is how we get that skin off, ladies!)
1. While they’re steaming, let’s make the filling. Brown that pork like it’s nobody’s business, add your diced fruits, nuts, and spices. Let everything get cozy together for about 15 minutes.
1. Peel those peppers (careful, they’re still hot!), make a slit, and remove the seeds. Be gentle – we want them intact!
1. Now for the fun part – stuff those peppers like you’re filling your vacation suitcase!
1. For the sauce (this is where the magic happens), blend all sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk. Season with salt to taste.
1. Plate those beautiful stuffed peppers, drench them in the walnut sauce (don’t be shy!), and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and parsley.
OMG, can we just take a moment to appreciate how gorgeous this looks? It’s literally Instagram-worthy!
This recipe might seem a bit intimidating at first, but trust your girl – you’ve got this! It’s perfect for special occasions or when you want to seriously impress someone. My husband actually proposed the night I made this for him (okay, that’s not true, but it totally could happen!)
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Remember, cooking is all about having fun and making memories. And maybe having a glass of wine while you cook (I won’t tell if you don’t! 😉). Now go forth and create some Mexican magic in your kitchen!
xoxo,
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