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Mole Enchiladas Recipe

Mole Enchiladas Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Mole Enchiladas are a delicious and comforting Mexican dish filled with shredded chicken, smothered in rich mole sauce, and topped with queso fresco, cilantro, and onions. Baked to perfection, these enchiladas are a perfect balance of flavors and textures.


Ingredients

Corn Tortillas:

12

Cooked Shredded Chicken:

3 cups

Prepared Mole Sauce:

2 cups

Queso Fresco:

1 cup, crumbled

Fresh Cilantro:

1/2 cup, chopped

White Onion:

1/2 cup, finely chopped

Vegetable Oil:

1/4 cup

Lime Wedges:

For serving

Salt and Pepper:

To taste


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fry the tortillas: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and lightly fry each tortilla to make them pliable. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Prepare the enchiladas: Spread mole sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Fill tortillas with chicken, season, roll, and place seam side down in the dish. Pour remaining mole sauce over the enchiladas.
  4. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Finish and serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle with queso fresco, onion, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can substitute shredded turkey or beef for the chicken.
  • Add a drizzle of crema for extra richness.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 enchiladas
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 740mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg