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Authentic Mexican Entomatadas

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Authentic Mexican Entomatadas, featuring corn tortillas filled with tender chicken or gooey cheese, enveloped in a tangy tomatillo sauce and topped with cool sour cream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 6 medium-sized Tomatillos, chopped
  • 1-2 Jalapeños, chopped Depending on your heat preference
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 medium Onion, diced
  • Salt, to taste
Main ingredients
  • 8 pieces Corn tortillas Slightly thicker tortillas work better
  • 2 cups Shredded chicken or cheese Your choice of filling
  • Oil for frying Vegetable or canola oil works best
  • Sour cream, for topping
  • a handful Cilantro, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Preparation of the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until they’re soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add chopped tomatillos and jalapeños, mixing well. Cook for another 10-15 minutes, until the tomatillos are tender. Season with salt to taste.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Straining is optional.
Assemble the Entomatadas
  1. In a separate pan, warm the corn tortillas slightly for about 30 seconds on each side to make them pliable.
  2. Take a tortilla, spoon in some filling (chicken or cheese), and carefully roll it up. Place each filled tortilla seam-side down in a serving dish.
  3. Pour the tomatillo sauce over the rolled tortillas, generously covering each one.
  4. Top with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Notes

Use slightly thicker corn tortillas for better sturdiness. For a Halal-friendly option, try mozzarella. Let the sauce cool before pouring over to prevent sogginess. You can prepare the sauce in advance for enhanced flavor.