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Best Easy Chilmole Recipe

Name: Best Easy Chilmole Recipe
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 320 g
Ingredients: chicken thighs, bone-in, skin removed 2.5 lbs; water 8 cups; dried ancho chiles 4 pieces; dried pasilla chiles 2 pieces; dried guajillo chiles 2 pieces; white onion 1 medium; Roma tomato 1 large; hard-boiled eggs 3 pieces; corn tortillas 3 pieces; garlic cloves 3 pieces; whole black peppercorns 1 tsp; whole allspice 1 tsp; dried oregano 1 tsp; ground cumin 1 tsp; salt 2.5 tsp; lard or neutral oil 2 tbsp

Yucatán's charred chile sauce stew, made by burning dried chiles to create a distinctively smoky flavor. This protein-rich, family dish delivers bold, unique flavors found nowhere else in Mexico.

Cook 105 min Difficulty NORMAL 385 kcal

#protein-rich #Mexican stew #Yucatán cuisine #family meal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

chicken thighs, bone-in, skin removed 2.5 lbs
water 8 cups
dried ancho chiles 4 pieces
dried pasilla chiles 2 pieces
dried guajillo chiles 2 pieces
white onion 1 medium
Roma tomato 1 large
hard-boiled eggs 3 pieces
corn tortillas 3 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

garlic cloves 3 pieces
whole black peppercorns 1 tsp
whole allspice 1 tsp
dried oregano 1 tsp
ground cumin 1 tsp
salt 2.5 tsp
lard or neutral oil 2 tbsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 17 g 18%

Protein 34 g 35%

Fat 18 g 47%

Serving size 320g

Cooking steps

1

Burn the dried ancho, pasilla, and guajillo chiles directly over a gas flame or a hot dry skillet, turning with tongs, until blackened but not fully disintegrated, about 1-2 minutes per side. Set aside to cool.
2

Place the chicken thighs in a large pot with 8 cups of water, bring to a boil, and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes. Skim off and discard any foam that rises.
3

Meanwhile, toast the corn tortillas in a dry pan until dark brown but not burnt, about 2 minutes per side. Char the onion and tomato under the broiler or over an open flame until the skins are well blistered.
4

In a blender, combine scorched chiles (seeds and stems removed), toasted tortillas, charred onion and tomato, garlic, black peppercorns, allspice, oregano, cumin, lard or oil, and about 1.5 cups of the chicken broth. Blend until you have a deep, smooth paste.
5

Pour the chile paste into the simmering chicken. Stir well, add salt, and cook uncovered on low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow flavors to meld.
6

Before serving, peel and halve the hard-boiled eggs. Add to the stew and simmer gently for 5 minutes more. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient that gives Chilmole its smoky flavor?

The defining element in Chilmole is the use of dried ancho, pasilla, and guajillo chiles, which are deliberately charred over a flame. This step infuses the stew with a deeply smoky, complex flavor found nowhere else in Mexican cuisine.

Q. What’s the most important cooking trick for Chilmole?

For authentic flavor and rich texture, it’s critical to properly char the dried chiles and blend them with toasted tortillas and charred vegetables. Also, simmering the stew gently after adding the chile paste allows flavors to meld without burning the bottom—stir frequently to prevent sticking.

Q. How do I avoid a bitter or overly-burnt taste?

To prevent bitterness, blacken—but do not incinerate—the dried chiles. Watch closely and turn them quickly. Also, toast the tortillas until just dark brown, not black, for depth. Stirring during the final simmer further prevents scorching.

Q. How many calories and protein are in a serving of this Chilmole recipe?

Each 320g serving of this Chilmole contains about 385 kcal and offers 34g protein, with protein making up 35% of total calories—making it a hearty, protein-rich choice for family meals.

Q. Is this Chilmole recipe suitable for low-carb or ketogenic diets?

Each serving contains 17g carbohydrate (18% of calories), which is within moderate-carb range but not low enough for most strict keto diets. However, it is well balanced for those watching carb intake but still desiring robust flavor and high protein.

Best Easy Chilmole Recipe

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