Best Easy Espagueti Verde para Celebración Recipe

Green spaghetti in a creamy poblano sauce is a festive Mexican side dish. This vegetarian, family-friendly dish is a fresh, flavorful, crowd-pleasing option for celebrations.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 340 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • spaghetti (uncooked) 12 oz
  • poblano peppers 3 pieces
  • cream cheese 4 oz
  • Mexican crema or sour cream 0.5 cup
  • whole milk 0.75 cup
  • white onion 0.5 pieces
  • unsalted butter 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • kosher salt 1.25 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 48 g 56%
Protein 9 g 11%
Fat 13 g 33%
Serving size 200g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under the broiler, turning often, until blackened and blistered on all sides (about 8 minutes). Place in a bowl, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel and remove seeds and stems.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente, about 10-11 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.

  3. 3

    In a blender, combine the peeled poblanos, cream cheese, Mexican crema, milk, onion, garlic, 1 tsp salt, and black pepper. Blend until completely smooth.

  4. 4

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Pour in the poblano sauce and cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until gently bubbling and slightly thickened.

  5. 5

    Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for a creamy consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste, and serve hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Espagueti Verde para Celebración Recipe?
The key ingredient is roasted poblano peppers. Their mildly spicy flavor and vibrant green color define the sauce and give Espagueti Verde its signature taste and festive appearance.
Q. How do you get the sauce to properly coat the spaghetti?
After making the creamy poblano sauce, toss the drained spaghetti directly in the skillet with the sauce over medium heat. Use some reserved pasta water to achieve the perfect creamy texture that clings to each noodle.
Q. How do you prevent the spaghetti from becoming mushy in this recipe?
Cook the spaghetti just until al dente and immediately drain. Avoid overcooking during the final tossing with the sauce; keep the heat moderate and only cook long enough to coat and warm the pasta.
Q. What are the calories and macronutrient ratios per serving?
Each serving is about 200g and contains 340 kcal: 48g carbs (56% of calories), 9g protein (11%), and 13g fat (33%), making this a balanced, family-friendly festive side.
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