“Last year, I wrote about the legend of chile en nogada — and how the beloved tale of its invention to honor Mexico’s independence is, at best, folklore. The story goes that in 1821, when Agustín de Iturbide signed the Treaty of Córdoba, the patriotic nuns of Puebla created a dish in the colors of the new flag: green chile, white walnut sauce, and red pomegranate seeds. It’s a beautiful narrative, one repeated in textbooks and restaurant menus alike.”
María Meléndez, Writer
Independence Month means Chiles en Nogada. María Meléndez has history, recipes and a brand new take on a libertarian culinary classic.
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