Chile en nogada: What is the best in the city?

The chile en nogada is one of the icons of Mexican cuisine and the greatest representative of Mexican flavors during the Patriotic Month. Legend has it that the chiles en nogada were created by nuns to celebrate the arrival of Agustín de Iturbide in Puebla. Additionally, this dish is characterized by the combination of flavors such as poblano chili, beef and pork, apple, pear, peach, and tomato sauce; however, the chili is traditionally battered, then drenched in nogada and decorated with pomegranate and fresh parsley. Although this dish is a classic for the 15th of September, the reality is that its preparation is quite labor-intensive and can take several hours, as you have to roast and peel the chiles, chop and cook all the filling ingredients, batter the chiles, and prepare the nogada. Your chiles en nogada would undoubtedly turn out delicious, but at Kiwilimón, we also give you 5 restaurant recommendations to try the chiles en nogada in the city. Try them and tell us which one you liked best!You can also read: 20 surprising ways to eat chiles en nogada this seasonWhere to eat chiles en nogada in CDMX?If you're fascinated by this classic of Mexican gastronomy, but you're not willing to spend hours in the kitchen, don't worry, as you can also enjoy a chile en nogada at different restaurants in the capital. 1. El CardenalThe chiles en nogada from this restaurant are filled with picadillo, which is prepared with beef, peach, apple, banana, tomato, onion, and spices, and finally covered with nogada, pomegranate, and parsley. They are a classic of one of the most iconic restaurants in the historic Mexican center and a favorite for many; in fact, hundreds of people brave traffic and divert from their routes to taste this delicious specialty.2. La Poblanita de TacubayaIn this restaurant that boasts sopes and tostadas, among other Mexican snacks, you can find a stuffed chili prepared in the traditional way that can also be shared, as although they offer the dish for one person, it actually weighs almost a kilo. The nogada sauce is sweet, but the filling is spicy..3. Casa MerlosYou can order the chiles en nogada battered with their traditional ingredients: meat, nogada, and walnut. The festival of chiles in this restaurant starts in July, so you have plenty of time to try them. You should take advantage, as when the season ends, the nogada is gone, and it’s during these times that there is a more festive atmosphere.See more: Chiles en nogada: the original recipe! 4. Antigua Hacienda de TlalpanThis family restaurant has chiles en nogada all year round. They are known by the southerners of CDMX as having the best nogada in the city. Whether this is true or not, they prepare an addictive recipe and just like in La Poblanita, the chiles are massive in size, perfect for sharing.5. Hostería Santo DomingoFor over 150 years, the house specialty has been chiles en nogada, so we can say it is already part of their tradition. The chili is large, but not for two, making it ideal for those with a big appetite. The recipe they use is the classic one, and they only use the best seasonal ingredients, so you can expect a fresh and flavorful dish.Now that you know these 5 restaurants to enjoy a good chile en nogada, then take a tour of these places and celebrate the Patriotic Holidays with the great flavor of Mexican cuisine. Read more: What are the benefits of eating chiles en nogada?