“Skillet Queso Fundido con Chile Verde

Skillet Queso Fundido con Chile Verde is a rich, cheesy Mexican dish typically served as an appetizer or party dip. It combines melted cheese with flavorful green chile (chile verde)—often including roasted green chiles, tomatillos, and sometimes pork or sausage.

Here’s a breakdown of what the dish usually includes and how it’s made:

🧀 Ingredients:

• Cheese: A mix of melty cheeses like Oaxaca, Monterey Jack, Chihuahua, or mozzarella

• Chile Verde Sauce:

  • Roasted poblano or Hatch chiles (or canned green chiles)

  • Tomatillos, husked and roasted or boiled

  • Garlic and onion

  • Cilantro, lime juice, salt to taste

• Optional protein:

  • Chorizo, ground pork, or carnitas (cooked beforehand)

• Toppings:

  • Chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or a drizzle of crema

🔥 How It’s Made:

1. Make the Chile Verde:

   • Blend roasted chiles, tomatillos, garlic, onion, and cilantro until smooth.

   • Simmer to thicken and develop flavor. Season with salt and lime juice.

2. Cook Protein (if using):

   • Brown chorizo or pork in a cast-iron skillet. Remove excess fat.

3. Assemble in Skillet:

   • Add chile verde sauce to the skillet.

   • Stir in cheese and cook over medium-low until fully melted and bubbling.

4. Serve hot:

   • Top with optional garnishes.

   • Serve with warm tortillas or tortilla chips.

🔥 Pro Tips:

• Use a cast-iron skillet to keep the queso hot longer.

• For a smokier flavor, use fire-roasted chiles and tomatillos.

• Don’t overheat or stir too much once the cheese is melted—this keeps it from breaking.