Enchiladas Verdes

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Enchiladas Verdes
60 min.
9
273kcal

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Craving a taste of authentic Mexican comfort food? Look no further than these vibrant and utterly delicious Enchiladas Verdes! This gluten-free recipe brings the fresh, tangy flavors of tomatillos, serrano peppers, and cilantro together in a symphony of taste that will transport you straight to a sunny Mexican kitchen.

What makes these enchiladas truly special is the homemade salsa verde. Roasting the tomatillos, garlic and serrano peppers brings out a deep, smoky sweetness that elevates the sauce to a whole new level. And the best part? While it sounds fancy, it's surprisingly simple to make!

Forget bland, store-bought sauces. This recipe delivers an authentic, homemade experience, with each bite bursting with fresh ingredients and a satisfying kick. Plus, using rotisserie chicken cuts down on prep time without sacrificing flavor. Imagine warm, tender corn tortillas embraced in a luscious green sauce, filled with savory chicken, and topped with the perfect balance of crisp lettuce, fragrant cilantro, creamy crema, and salty cotija cheese.

Perfect for a satisfying lunch, a hearty main course, or a crowd-pleasing dinner, these Enchiladas Verdes are guaranteed to be a hit with your family and friends. Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico in every delicious bite!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons chicken soup base 
  • cup cilantro leaves 
  •  corn tortillas 
  • cup cotija cheese grated
  • cloves garlic 
  • 0.3 head iceberg lettuce shredded
  • ounce crema mexicana 
  • 0.5  rotisserie chicken cut shredded store-bought
  •  serrano peppers 
  • pound tomatillos green
  • cup vegetable oil for frying
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • aluminum foil
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Cover a large griddle with aluminum foil and preheat to medium-high.
  2. Cook the garlic, serrano peppers, and tomatillos on the hot griddle until toasted and blackened, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes for the garlic, 10 minutes for the peppers, and 15 minutes for the tomatillos.
  3. Remove to a bowl and allow to cool.
  4. Heat oil in a small, deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Using kitchen tongs, fry the tortillas individually, turning them once. They shouldn't be in the hot oil for more than 5 seconds per side.
  5. Remove excess oil with paper towels and keep warm. Remember that the hotter the oil, the less that the tortillas will absorb.
  6. Place the toasted garlic, serrano peppers, tomatillos, and the water in a blender and blend until smooth; pour into a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Dissolve the chicken bouillon into the mixture, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. The sauce shouldn't be too thick.
  7. Soak three tortillas in the sauce, one at a time, for a few seconds, fill them with shredded chicken, sprinkle the meat with some of the sauce, roll them and place them seam side down on a pasta bowl. Spoon a generous amount of sauce over them and top them with lettuce, cilantro, crema, and cotija cheese.
  8. Pour a little more sauce over the whole thing if desired. Repeat the procedure twice more.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories273kcal
Protein21.09%
Fat53.35%
Carbs25.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.06
Glycemic Load
5.36
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0813043402589%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:272.5kcal
13.62%
Fat:16.51g
25.4%
Saturated Fat:3.9g
24.39%
Carbohydrates:17.79g
5.93%
Net Carbohydrates:14.88g
5.41%
Sugar:3.55g
3.95%
Cholesterol:60.3mg
20.1%
Sodium:640.74mg
27.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.69g
29.37%
Vitamin K:23.67µg
22.54%
Phosphorus:164.61mg
16.46%
Calcium:156.41mg
15.64%
Fiber:2.91g
11.65%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.06%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.45%
Vitamin C:7.91mg
9.59%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.2%
Vitamin A:455.65IU
9.11%
Magnesium:35.37mg
8.84%
Vitamin B3:1.58mg
7.92%
Selenium:4.72µg
6.74%
Potassium:235.66mg
6.73%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.56%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.53%
Copper:0.11mg
5.51%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.2%
Iron:0.87mg
4.85%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.74%
Folate:16.37µg
4.09%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.02%
Source:Allrecipes