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Chalupas Poblanas de Pollo Look for tightly stacked tortillasin packs of 50 (they can be frozen). They are pressed tightly together to retain moisture and freshness and are available in Latino markets and some super markets. Other Mexican ingredients are available at Mexican markets andmany supermarkets.
Make salsa: Pure tomatillos, chiles, onion, garlic, salt, and water in a blender until smooth.
Heat oil in a 10-inch heavyskillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then carefully addtomatillo purte (oil will splatter) and simmer, stirring, until thickened, 8 to10 minutes. Stir in cilantro and simmer 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl.Make chalupas:
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 200 F. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in cleaned dried skillet over moderate heat until hotbut not smoking, then briefly cook tortillas, 3 at a time, until softened andhot but still pale, about 10 seconds per side, adding more oil if necessary.Transfer tortillas with tongs to paper towels to drain briefly, then to a large shallow baking pan in oven to keep warm, arranging tortillas in one layer(overlapping slightly if necessary) and covering pan with foil.
Spread each warm tortilla with about 1 teaspoon salsa, then top sparingly with a few shredsof chicken. Thin crema with a little water and drizzle over chicken, thensprinkle with onion and cheese. Serve immediately.
Cooks'' notes
If you can''t find 4-inch tortillas, you can buy larger ones and trim them using a 4-inch cookie cutter or a paring knife. cut ¢ Salsa can be made 2 days ahead. Cool,uncovered, before chilling, covered. Reheat to warm.
Makes 12 chalupas.
Recipe By: Gourmet.com
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (60g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 6 Pr Servin | ||
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Calories: 69 | ||
Calories from Fat: 56 (81%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 6.2g | 8 % | |
Saturated Fat 2g | 10 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 2.8g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 1.1g | ||
Cholesterol 10.2mg | 3 % | |
Sodium 4.1mg | 0 % | |
Potassium 122.4mg | 3 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g | 1 % | |
Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 4 % | |
Sugars, other 2.4g | ||
Protein 0.7g | 1 % | |
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Calories per serving: 69
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