A Quick and Easy Guide to Enchiladas Ahogadas Mixtas
Enchiladas Ahogadas Mixtas, or "Smothered Enchiladas," are a delightful and flavorful Mexican dish that you'll love to prepare and enjoy. This dish is defined by its generous dousing in both red and green sauces, offering a vibrant and tangy experience for your taste buds. To create this delicious meal, you'll start by preparing two quick sauces: a red sauce made from Guajillo chili powder and a green sauce using frehly made salsa verde or pre-made. Both sauces are thickened with chicken broth and tomato sauce, providing a rich and savory base for the enchiladas. If you’re short on time, feel free to use store-bought salsa verde and rotisserie chicken for a quick fix.
Once your sauces are ready, the next step is to prepare your tortillas. Lightly fry them in oil for a few seconds on each side until they’re soft and pliable. This helps the tortillas hold their shape when rolled with the filling. For the filling, you can use shredded chicken, which pairs perfectly with the flavors of the sauces. To assemble, place the chicken in the center of each tortilla, roll them up, and then generously smother one side with the red sauce and the other with the green sauce. Top with crema fresca, cheese, onions, cilantro, and a side of pinto beans for the perfect finishing touch.
This dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a joy to prepare, allowing you to customize it with your favorite toppings and fillings. Whether you prefer smothered or baked enchiladas, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. So, gather your ingredients, invite some friends over, and dive into the delicious world of Enchiladas Ahogadas Mixtas. Enjoy the rich flavors and vibrant colors that make this dish a standout at any meal.
Ingredients:
Quick enchilada Ingredients:
12 to 14 corn tortillas
3 to 4 cups of shredded chicken
3 to 4 cups of chihuahua cheese
Express enchilada sauce ingredients
3 Tbsp oil
1/2 cup Guajillo Chile powder
4 cups of water
8oz of tomato sauce
Quick Green enchilada sauce
16 oz of salsa verde
4 cups of chicken broth
Enchiladas Salsa verde sauce ingredients:
10 tomatillos
5 roasted poblano peppers (remove skins, stem, and seeds)
1 serrano
1 jalapeño
Small bunch of cilantro
Garlic and onion from chicken broth
2 cups of chicken broth
Serve with whole pinto beans
Toppings- Chihuahua Cheese, crema fresca, onions, cilantro
Instructions:
Prepare the Red Enchilada Sauce:
Heat 3 tablespoons of neutral oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add 1/2 cup of Guajillo chili powder and fry for about 30 seconds. Be careful not to burn the chili powder.
Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and add 8 ounces of tomato sauce.
Mix the ingredients until fully combined.
Cook on medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Prepare the Green Enchilada Sauce:
In a separate pan, heat 4 cups of chicken broth over medium heat.
Add 16 ounces of salsa verde.
Cook on medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Fry the Tortillas:
Heat some oil in a pan.
Fry each corn tortilla for 2 to 3 seconds on each side until they are pliable.
Remove from pan and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Assemble the Enchiladas:
Place some cooked chicken in the center of each tortilla and roll it up.
Smother one side of the rolled tortilla with red sauce and the other side with green sauce.
Top with crema fresca, cheese, onions, cilantro, and additional red and green sauce. Add a side of pinto beans for the final touch. This recipe provides a quick and easy way to make flavorful enchiladas, perfect for a delightful Mexican dinner.
Tip:
-Prepare both sauces ahead of time for easy assembly come dinner time.
-Pre-made Salsa Verde can be found at your local Mexican store