Ancho Chile Fettuccini with Cilantro-Tomatillo Cream Sauce

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 7
Ancho Chile Fettuccini with Cilantro-Tomatillo Cream Sauce - A Spicy and Creamy Pasta Dish
in Pasta

Prep

60 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 ancho chiles , stemmed and seeded
4 cloves unpeeled garlic
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro
3 tomatillos , husked and chopped
1/2 jalapeno pepper , seeded and chopped
1/2 cup cream cheese , softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
699
Sugar
4g
Fat
41g
Ancho Chile Fettuccini with Cilantro-Tomatillo Cream Sauce is a unique and flavorful pasta dish that combines the heat of ancho chiles with the richness of a creamy cilantro-tomatillo sauce. This dish is perfect for those who love spicy and creamy pasta dishes and want to try making their own pasta from scratch. It's a versatile recipe that can be adapted to your preferences and ingredients on hand. It's also a great way to impress your family and friends with your culinary skills!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a small bowl, toss the ancho chiles and garlic cloves with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, making sure they are fully coated. Place on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes, until softened and slightly charred.
3.Remove from oven and let cool. Peel the garlic cloves.
4.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, flour, and salt until the mixture forms a shaggy dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface until it's smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Cover with a towel and let rest for 20-30 minutes.
5.In a blender, combine the roasted ancho chiles and garlic, cilantro, tomatillos, jalapeno pepper, cream cheese, sour cream, chicken stock, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and ground cumin. Blend until smooth.
6.Roll out the pasta dough into thin sheets and cut into desired width of fettuccini. Boil in salted water until al dente for about 3-4 minutes.
7.Drain the pasta and toss with the cilantro-tomatillo cream sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This dish is bursting with spicy and creamy flavors that will satisfy your cravings.

The homemade pasta adds extra texture and taste to the dish.

CONS

This dish requires a bit of effort to make the pasta from scratch and the ancho chiles may be too spicy for some people.

It may also be too rich for those who are watching their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cilantro-tomatillo cream sauce contains beneficial nutrients like vitamin C, iron, and potassium that can support your immune system, blood circulation, and heart health.
Ancho chiles have also been linked to reducing inflammation and boosting digestion.
However, the added cream cheese and sour cream may offset some of the health benefits.

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