Ingredients
10–12 roughly chopped tomatillos
6–7 large roasted green chiles
2 cups of beef or chicken broth
1 medium sliced onion
3 tablespoons of avocado or olive oil
1/2 teaspoon of Mexican oregano
2 tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro
Salt, to taste
Optionally, fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Instructions
1-First, roast and peel the green chiles until their skins blister, then blend them with the tomatillos and broth to create a vibrant base.
2-Heat 3 tablespoons of avocado or olive oil in a pot and sautรฉ 1 medium sliced onion until it softens and releases its aroma.
3-Add the blended mixture to the pot and cook for about 20 minutes, letting the flavors meld together into a hearty stew.
4-Incorporate the seasonings: salt to taste, 1/2 teaspoon of Mexican oregano, and 2 tablespoons of finely chopped cilantro, plus optional fresh cracked pepper.
5-Simmer the stew uncovered on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your liking add more broth if needed.
6-To assemble the dish, layer 18 small corn tortillas with 3 cups of previously cooked shredded beef, roasted chile strips, and 8 ounces of shredded Chihuahua or Oaxaca cheese.
7-Fold each tortilla to enclose the filling, brush with oil, and cook until crispy, then serve by ladling the stew into a bowl and topping with three filled tacos.
Last Step:
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๐ถ Roast the green chiles carefully to avoid burning for a balanced smoky flavor.
๐ง Use fresh, high-quality cheese for the best melt and flavor in the tacos.
๐ Add a squeeze of fresh lime just before serving to brighten the stew.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Simmering time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering, roasting, assembling
- Cuisine: Portuguese
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using corn tortillas), High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl of soup with 3 tacos
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
