Molotes are considered one of the most popular dishes in Mexico, we point out that the preparation is different depending on the region. Well, this time we present you the original recipe for molotes poblanos, which, as the name suggests, have their origin in the state of Puebla, and unlike other molotes these are longer and the filling can have more variations, they can be stuffed for example cheese, pork rinds, tinga or all the variations can be combined.
Ingredients to make Molotes poblanos:
• 500 grams of nixtamalized corn flour
• 100 grams of wheat or rice flour
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Vegetable oil
• 400 grams of shredded chicken
• 1 white onion julienned
• 200 grams of tomato puree
• Green sauce to accompany
• Cream to accompany
How to make Molotes poblanos:
To make the molote poblano recipe, first prepare the corn dough. To do this, mix the nixtamalized corn flour, salt, baking powder and wheat flour. Then, add warm water little by little until the dough forms, you can also add a little oil or butter. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest.
While the dough rests, prepare the chicken tinga. In a pot with a little oil, fry the onion julienne and season with a little salt and pepper. Add the tomato puree and mix very well. Immediately add the shredded chicken and mix once more, check the flavor and if necessary add a little more salt. Booking.
With the rested dough, it is time to prepare the chicken molotes. Take a portion of dough and lightly ball it. Use a tortilla press and press the dough lightly. Proceed to fill the poblano molotes with the chicken tinga. Close on the sides to cover the filling of the molotes, if it opens add a little more dough or adjust the edges by pressing.
Fry in a pan or pot with enough oil until golden brown, then remove from the oil and place on absorbent paper. To serve, accompany with cream and sauce of your choice. Ready, now you can enjoy some rich and crispy molotes poblanos. Let’s eat!
Molotes poblanos, a great traditional dish
Since colonial times and with the arrival of the Spaniards, new elements were introduced to pre-Hispanic cuisine and with it, many dishes have adopted an exceptional flavor, Molotes poblanos are a clear example, and their preparation has varied with the time and every time there are recipes for fillings. We point out that there is a molote fair that takes place annually in Cholula Puebla, in this city you can find different types of molotes and they are exquisite. Prepare this recipe and try the rich traditional poblano flavor!
