Jalisco Style Enchiladas - Enchiladas Tapatias

Name: Jalisco Style Enchiladas - Enchiladas Tapatias
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 6 chilies, roasted, seeded and peeled (poblanos preferred); 3 tomatoes, roasted and peeled; 1 small white onion, peeled and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus enough to soft-fry the tortillas; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup cream; 1 tablespoon white tequila (optional); salt; Enchiladas; 12 corn tortillas; 3 avocados, peeled and sliced; 1/4 lb queso fresco or 1/4 lb farmer cheese, crumbled; lettuce, shredded; radish, sliced

Servings: persons

Sauce
6 chilies, roasted, seeded and peeled (poblanos preferred)
3 tomatoes, roasted and peeled
1 small white onion, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus enough to soft-fry the tortillas
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup cream
1 tablespoon white tequila (optional)
salt
Enchiladas
12 corn tortillas
3 avocados, peeled and sliced
1/4 lb queso fresco or 1/4 lb farmer cheese, crumbled
lettuce, shredded
radish, sliced

1
Cut 3 of the roasted poblano chilies into strips and reserve them for the enchilada filling.
2
Place remaining chilies, tomato, onion and garlic; puree in blender or food processor, adding water as necessary.
3
Heat the oil in a saucepan, add the tomato-chili puree and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the milk, cream, tequila if using, and salt to taste.
5
Cook until the sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon.
6
In a skillet, heat just enough oil to soft-fry the tortillas until soft.
7
Drain on absorbent paper or paper towels.
8
Dip each tortilla in the sauce; place it on a plate and place on each one a few avocado slices, some crumbled cheese and a few reserved chili strips.
9
Roll moistened tortilla around the filling.
10
Place rolled tortillas on plates, top with sauce and garnish with shredded lettuce and sliced radishes.

620

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 6 chilies, roasted, seeded and peeled (poblanos preferred), 3 tomatoes, roasted and peeled, 1 small white onion, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Jalisco Style Enchiladas - Enchiladas Tapatias falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!