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How to Make Chiles en Nogada Faster: 5 Express Tips to Prepare Them

By Gretel Morales - 2025-08-14T12:33:17Z
In Mexican gastronomy, chiles en nogada are a culinary jewel that symbolizes the essence of the patriotic month: they combine seasonal ingredients and display the colors of the flag. Do you like chiles en nogada?If you're looking to prepare chiles en nogada quickly and practically, here we share 5 express tips endorsed by kiwilimón, ideal for enjoying the traditional flavor without spending hours in the kitchen.You can also read: How to make chiles en nogada?5 Effective Tips to Make Chiles en Nogada Faster1. Prepare Everything in AdvanceGo to the market 1 or 2 days before to buy the ingredients without rushing.Chop the tomato, garlic, and fruits a day in advance.Freeze the raw meat several days before and defrost it in time.2. Roast the Chiles in an Air Fryer or OvenWash, dry, and brush the poblano chiles with a bit of vegetable oil.Roast them for 10 minutes, then cover them and let them rest for another 10 minutes.Peel them easily without filling the kitchen with smoke.3. Peel the Castilla Nuts Using Hot WaterPlace the nuts in a bowl, pour hot water, and let them rest between 5 and 10 minutes.The shell will soften and be very easy to remove. 4. Chop and Freeze the Filling FruitsCut the milk pear, panochera apple, and criollo peach a couple of days before.Store the fruits in resealable bags in the freezer.Take them out of the freezer a day before to defrost.5. Use a Large SkilletA large skillet accelerates the evaporation of the liquid and allows the meat to cook faster. Read more: Chiles en Nogada: The Original Recipe! Origin of the Chile en NogadaThe origin of chiles en nogada is linked to Puebla and its incredible gastronomy. It is believed that the Augustinian nuns of the Santa Monica convent created the dish to celebrate the triumphant passage of General Agustín de Iturbide, adorning it with the colors of the trigarante flag: green, white, and red.However, history also tells other versions. Some historians claim that similar recipes already existed since the 18th century. It is said that it was originally a dessert and was adapted with meat and fruits until it became a main dish.Although there is no 100% certainty about the origin of the chile en nogada, what is indisputable is that chiles en nogada have become a patriotic symbol, full of history and flavor.This September 15, don't think twice and prepare some quick chiles en nogada and delicious with these tips that save you time without sacrificing tradition. Long live Mexico and its rich cuisine!Continue reading: What are the benefits of eating chiles en nogada?