Chalupas Poblanas

Rating

Calories: Approx. 300 per serving

Macros: Approx. 15g protein, 18g fats, 25g carbohydrates per serving

Cooking time: 40 minutes

Recipe ingredients:

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Categories: Mexican Food, Appetizers, Street Food, Traditional Recipes, Homemade Recipes

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An authentic Mexican street food from Puebla, featuring savory pork, tangy green salsa, and sautéed potatoes on soft tortillas.

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Discover the unique and delightful flavors of Puebla, Mexico with our authentic Chalupas Poblanas recipe. These small yet satisfying snacks are perfect as an appetizer or a light main course. Laden with savory pork, tangy green salsa, and sautéed potatoes, these chalupas will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Mexico.

Ingredients

🌮 1/2 kg Tortillas Taqueras
🐖 300 gr. Pierna de Cerdo Pork Leg
🥔 2 Papas Cocidas sin Piel en Cubitos Cooked Potatoes peeled diced
🧅 1/2 Cebolla Picada Chopped Onion
🥄 1 tablespoon Manteca de Cerdo Lard
🍅 500 gr. Tomate Verde Green Tomatoes/Tomatillos
🌿 1/2 manojo Cilantro 1/2 bunch
🌶️ 4 Chiles Serrano Serrano Peppers
🧄 Garlic cloves
💧 Water
🧂 Salt

Instructions

1- Prepare the Green Salsa:

In a blender, combine 500 gr. green tomatoes, 1/2 bunch of cilantro, 4 serrano peppers, garlic cloves, and a splash of water.
Blend until smooth and adjust with salt to taste.

2- Cook the Pork:

Place 300 gr. pork leg into a pressure cooker with garlic and a chunk of onion.
Cook for about 25 minutes after the valve begins to sound.
Shred the cooked pork with two forks and season with salt to taste.

3- Prepare the Potatoes and Onion:

Heat 1 tablespoon of lard in a frying pan.
Sauté 1/2 chopped onion until translucent.
Add the diced pre-cooked potatoes and sauté until heated through, then season with salt.

4- Prepare the Tortillas:

Use a round cutter to cut tortillas into smaller circles if needed.
Briefly fry each tortilla in the frying pan with lard until softened. Avoid making them crispy.

5- Assemble the Chalupas:

On each softened tortilla, spread a layer of raw green salsa.
Add a portion of shredded pork and top with sautéed potato and onion mixture.
Optionally garnish with sliced jalapeños for added spice.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: Approx. 300 per serving
Protein: Approx. 15g per serving
Fats: Approx. 18g per serving
Carbohydrates: Approx. 25g per serving
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