Tres Chiles Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chili Peppers
Vegetables
Proteins
Liquids
Spices and Seasoning
Method
Preparation of Chiles
- 1
Prepare the Chiles
Remove the stems and seeds from the dried ancho, guajillo, and pasilla chiles. Rinse them briefly under cold water.
- 2
Soak the Chiles
Place the chiles in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for about 15-20 minutes until soft.
Cooking the Base
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- 4
Add Tomatoes
Add the diced tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking the Chiles and Meat
- 5
Blend the Chiles
Drain the soaked chiles and add them to a blender with a little bit of the soaking water. Blend until smooth.
- 6
Cook Chicken and Chorizo
In the same skillet, add the chicken thighs and chorizo. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides and the chorizo is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- 7
Combine Everything
Pour the blended chile mixture into the skillet with the chicken and chorizo. Add the chicken broth, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Final Cooking
- 8
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for about 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- 9
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.
