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    Home » Recipes » Vegetarian » Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti) + VIDEO

    Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti) + VIDEO

    Last Updated May 2, 2023. Originally Posted May 8, 2019 By Maggie Unzueta

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    Espagueti Verde is a creamy and savory dish that will make you beg for seconds. Spaghetti tossed in a delicious poblano sauce. This Mexican recipe is great for Meatless Mondays or any day of the week. 
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    Espagueti Verde on a white plate topped with a cilantro leaf and crumbled cheese.
    Tongs lifting spaghetti that has been mixed with the creamy poblano sauce.
    Espagueti Verde is creamy and savory dish that’ll make you beg for seconds. Spaghetti tossed in a delicious poblano sauce. Watch the Video. By Mama Maggie's Kitchen

    Espagueti Verde on a white plate topped with a cilantro leaf and crumbled cheese.

    Espagueti Verde (or Mexican green spaghetti) features pasta covered in a creamy poblano sauce.

    I mean .. Who can say no to that?! It’s one of my son’s favorite recipes next to espagueti rojo. 

    A great way to use up leftover spaghetti or extra roasted poblanos is this recipe right here.

    Add shrimp, chicken, or just top with cheese. Deliciousness on a plate! 

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for Espagueti Verde on a wooden surface.

    • Roasted poblano peppers (or chile poblano)
    • Cream Cheese
    • Mexican crema (or you can use whole milk)
    • Garlic clove
    • White Onion
    • Salt (or chicken bouillon)

    The cream cheese will add a lot of creaminess to the dish. However, you can swap it for more Mexican sour cream, heavy cream, or use greek yogurt.

    The Name Game:

    Espagueti in Spanish means “spaghetti.” Verde means “green.” Literally, this dish translated means “Green Spaghetti.”

    You might also hear green pasta, spaghetti verde, pasta poblana, creamy green poblano sauce spaghetti. All of these names refer to this dish. 

    How to Roast Poblano Peppers:

    A collage showing how to roast poblano peppers, remove the skin, and slice.

    • Roast poblano peppers until they have blackened skin.
    • Steam them in a plastic bag, cover with plastic wrap, or place in a ziplock bag.
    • Remove the skin, stem, and seeds.

    The main ingredient in this recipe is poblano chile. They give the green color to the sauce. Once ready, set aside until ready to use.

    Check out how to roast a poblano pepper. Don’t be afraid of poblanos. They are low on the Scoville Scale.

    They are also NOT spicy especially when combined with cream cheese and crema mexicana.

    Creamy poblano sauce in a blender.

    • Add the roasted poblanos, crema mexicana, garlic, and onion to a blender.
    • Blend until smooth. To make a thinner sauce, add 1/4 cup of vegetable stock. 
    • Set the green, rich sauce aside until ready to use.

    Adjusting the Sauce

    Like it spicier? Roast one to two serrano peppers (or jalapeño peppers) along with the poblanos and add to the blender.

    For my fellow sneaky moms with picky eaters at home, add spinach, cooked broccoli, even peas to the blender. The kiddos will never know the difference.

    Cream cheese cooking in the poblano sauce.

    • Add butter to a large stock pot.
    • Pour in the creamy sauce.
    • Add the cream cheese and salt.
    • Stir frequently until the cream cheese melt.

    For a complete meal, add shrimp, chicken, or pork. This green spaghetti recipe also makes a tasty side dish.

    Here you have a basic salsa poblana, or poblano sauce, hailing from the good State of Puebla.

    Storing the Sauce:

    • The sauce will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
    • If you are going to freeze it, it will keep up to 5 months. Make sure you use a freezer bag and remove as much air as possible.

    Spaghetti cooking in a pot.

    • Boil a large pot of water.
    • Add salt.
    • Cook the spaghetti, according to the package directions, until al dente.
    • Discard the pasta water.

    If you have leftover spaghetti from another night, remember this recipe. Cover with oil so the pasta won’t stick. 

    I’m using plain spaghetti, but feel free to use whole wheat spaghetti, quinoa spaghetti, or whatever you prefer. 

    We use pasta in many Mexican recipes like Espagueti a la Crema, Sopa de Fideo, Fideo con Carne. 

    Cooked spaghetti in the pot with the creamy poblano sauce and tongs on the side ready to toss everything.

    • Add the cooked pasta.
    • Turn off the heat. Using a pair of tongs, toss to coat the noodles.

    You want to make sure every noodle is covered with the sauce.

    There’s something so beautiful about a big bowl of spaghetti. However, you can use any type of pasta – penne, elbow, whatever your heart desires.

    For a “not spicy” version, try Cream Cheese Pasta. 

    Tongs lifting spaghetti that has been mixed with the creamy poblano sauce.

    See what an easy recipe this is! Top the Espagueti Verde with Mexican cheese – queso fresco, queso añejo, cotija cheese.

    You can also use parmesan cheese or feta cheese and top with fresh cilantro.

    The only thing left is to grab a fork and dig in. iBuen Provecho! 

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    Espagueti Verde on a white plate topped with a cilantro leaf and crumbled cheese.

    Espagueti Verde

    Espagueti Verde is a creamy and savory dish that will make you beg for seconds. Spaghetti tossed in a delicious poblano sauce. This Mexican recipe is great for Meatless Mondays or any day of the week. 
    4.99 from 69 votes
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    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 106kcal
    Author: Maggie Unzueta

    Ingredients

    • 3 roasted poblano peppers skin, stem, and seeds removed
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1/4 onion chopped
    • 2 tspns salt divided
    • 1 cup crema mexicana (or whole milk)
    • 1 16-ounce package spaghetti
    • Water enough to cook the spaghetti
    • 1 tbsp butter
    • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese
    • Queso Cotija topping

    Instructions

    • Roast the poblano peppers.
    • Remove the stem, skin, and seeds.
    • Rough chop or slice the poblanos.
    • To a blender, add the roasted poblanos, garlic, onion, and crema mexicana.
    • Blend until smooth. Set aside.
    • Bring water to a boil in a large stock pot.
    • Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
    • Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
    • Drain the cooked spaghetti.
    • In a stock pot, melt the butter.
    • Add the poblano sauce, salt, and cream cheese.
    • Stir frequently until the cream cheese melts. About 5 minutes.
    • Taste for salt.
    • Add the cooked spaghetti.
    • Toss the spaghetti with the poblano sauce.
    • Make sure the sauce covers all the noodles.
    • Serve and top with cheese.  

    Video

    Notes

    You can also add spinach, cooked broccoli, even peas to the blender. 
    For a more complete meal: add shrimp or chicken.
    How To Store the Sauce for Espagueti Verde:
    • The sauce will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
    • If you are going to freeze it, it will keep up to 5 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 179mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 517IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Filed Under: Lunch Recipes, Mexican, Recipes, Vegetarian

    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Madysen Lenox

      January 10, 2021 at 8:47 am

      5 stars
      One of my FAVORITE meals to make!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        January 12, 2021 at 12:03 pm

        It’s so yummy! Glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    2. Nikki Wayne

      January 29, 2021 at 11:13 pm

      5 stars
      When you said that you have to roast the poblano pepper,it makes it more interesting.

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        April 6, 2023 at 11:27 am

        Yes, roasting the poblano pepper really enhances its flavor and brings out a smoky taste that adds a delicious depth to the dish. I’m glad you found it interesting!

        Reply
    3. Rose Ann Sales

      January 30, 2021 at 12:14 am

      5 stars
      This is so exciting. I can’t imagine how it tastes like but I will definitely try this

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        April 6, 2023 at 11:26 am

        You won’t regret it. This recipe is super tasty. Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. sara lafountain

      January 30, 2021 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      Made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! Even my kids enjoyed it a lot!

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        April 6, 2023 at 10:57 am

        Great to hear that you and your family enjoyed this Espagueti Verde recipe! It’s always satisfying to find a recipe that everyone can enjoy.

        Reply
    5. Beth

      January 30, 2021 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe sounds perfect for my family! We love poblano peppers and my husband is always trying to talk me into spaghetti (but I don’t like traditional spaghetti sauce.)

      Reply
      • Maggie Unzueta

        April 6, 2023 at 10:56 am

        That’s great to hear! This recipe is a delicious and unique twist on traditional spaghetti. The poblano peppers add a great depth of flavor, and I’m sure you and your family will love it. Enjoy!

        Reply
    6. Ruth I

      January 30, 2021 at 8:49 pm

      Wow i love pasta. I never heard of this one before. I’m excited to try this! Looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 10, 2021 at 8:59 am

        Easy and delicious!

        Reply
    7. Paula

      January 30, 2021 at 8:50 pm

      Wow this looks great. I’d love to have this in a fancy restaurant. I’m gonna love this recipe thank you for sharing. I’m excited to make this!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 15, 2021 at 12:04 pm

        Hope you try it! So yummy

        Reply
    8. Crystal Carder

      January 31, 2021 at 4:29 am

      This sounds delicious! I am going to bookmark this recipe for later.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 15, 2021 at 12:04 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    9. Catalina

      January 31, 2021 at 9:39 am

      5 stars
      I am so curious to try this dish. My family will love it for sure!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 10, 2021 at 8:58 am

        They will! glad you liked it

        Reply
    10. solrazo.com

      February 3, 2021 at 8:36 am

      Wow, another great way to cook spaghetti! I’m gonna try this soon, thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        February 3, 2021 at 9:50 am

        So glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    11. Amber Myers

      March 25, 2021 at 2:24 pm

      We do love pasta! I don’t think we’ve ever had pasta like this, so I’m intrigued. I’m digging the color.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 29, 2021 at 5:24 pm

        The color and the taste it’s amazing!

        Reply
    12. Ben

      March 25, 2021 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never had that before. I know that I could eat my weight in it though. It looks amazing.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 29, 2021 at 5:23 pm

        It’s so yummy! Hope you try it

        Reply
    13. melissa chapman

      March 25, 2021 at 3:58 pm

      5 stars
      That is not your typical pasta and I love pasta. I will have to try this out on my son when I make spaghetti.

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 29, 2021 at 5:20 pm

        This recipe it’s so good. Hope you try it

        Reply
    14. Tara Pittman

      March 25, 2021 at 4:23 pm

      This sounds like a delicious pasta. I know that my family will enjoy this

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 29, 2021 at 5:20 pm

        Glad you enjoyed this!

        Reply
    15. Beth

      March 25, 2021 at 6:05 pm

      5 stars
      My husband loves spaghetti, but I hate red sauce. This looks like something both of us will love!

      Reply
      • Maggie U

        March 31, 2021 at 5:00 pm

        A win win for both. Hope you try it!

        Reply
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