11 recipes of the best Puebla food

There will always be a debate about which state has the best food throughout Mexico, and although it is a question that is hard to answer, we are clear that Puebla will always be one of the contenders. Its food is a colonial mix that gives us the best of pre-Hispanic flavors combined with European techniques that arrived during the conquest, and the result is delicious. Today we present 11 recipes of the best Puebla food. Mole Poblano It is said that this recipe has been around for over 300 years and is one of the culinary icons of our country. Frankly, it is a long recipe that takes many ingredients and at least a couple of hours to prepare, but the final result is a gala main dish. Chiles en nogada Indeed, this flagship dish of the patriotic month was created in Puebla within a convent of nuns. That creamy texture of the nogada combined with the sweet and sour filling of ground meat with dried fruits and the spiciness of the chili is a combination that has enamored all Mexicans. Chalupas verdes When we talk about snacks, delicious chalupas undoubtedly rank high on the list. They are thin sopecitos with lots of sauce, onions, and cheese that serve as a spicy snack for the whole family. Camotes poblanos Super easy to prepare and delicious to eat as a dessert. This is a simple recipe of boiled sweet potato, honey, and sugar that can serve as a dessert or even as a sweet snack for the afternoon that your kids will love. Torrejas poblanas Another delicious dessert for the family is this 100% Puebla preparation that consists of bread cooked in piloncillo caramel and cinnamon. It is also known as Mexican French toast and is ideal for breakfast accompanied by yogurt and fruit. Crema poblana One of the most iconic soups of our cuisine, you can find it in a thousand versions sold by many brands, but it is never better than when prepared at home. This recipe has a small twist by including corn and butter. Arroz con atún a la poblana This delicious recipe is perfect for when we want to take a break from meat or even during Lent. It is prepared with fish broth, poblano peppers, and tuna, giving it a rich seafood flavor paired with that characteristic taste of the rajas.   Arroz verde One of the classics of homemade Puebla food is this delicious rice that accompanies many of its stews. Its color comes from the poblano chili added and the chopped cilantro that not only gives it that tone but also adds flavor and freshness. Enjitomatadas When you want to switch from traditional green or red enchiladas, then you have this spicy and light alternative. The enchiladas are filled with cheese and topped with a rich red sauce accompanied by cream to add that delicious acidity. Crepas de huitlacoche con salsa de poblano If you want to make a super sophisticated dish, then you should choose the sweet and sour flavor of this typical Puebla dish. The characteristic flavor of the chili is there, but the wonder is that earthy tone added by the huitlacoche, a purely national ingredient.