Enchiladas Suizas

Enchiladas Suizas is a beloved Mexican dish featuring corn tortillas rolled around a savory filling, typically shredded chicken, and bathed in a creamy, tangy green tomatillo-cream sauce. It gets its name 'Suizas' (Swiss-style) from the generous amount of melted cheese on top, a nod to Swiss dairy products. The dish is a rich and comforting staple often found in Mexican restaurants and homes.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in both fat and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the chicken and cheese. It provides calcium, vitamin C from the tomatillos, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 400-600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	30 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Calcium	350 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Vitamin A	800 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg

Per 2 enchiladas (approx. 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the name 'Suizas' is a fascinating example of culinary fusion, reflecting the 19th-century influence of Swiss immigrants in Mexico who introduced dairy techniques. Nutritionally, the tomatillo-based sauce offers a good source of antioxidants and a lower-calorie, more herbaceous alternative to cream-based sauces.