This hearty dish features tender, freshly baked masa biscuits smothered in a creamy, savory green chile gravy. The sauce is built from roasted Anaheim peppers, which provide a mild heat and smoky depth, paired with firm, smoky ham for a robust flavor profile. The combination of the buttery biscuits and the rich, thickened milk-based gravy makes for an incredibly satisfying meal. It’s a perfect comfort food option for weekend brunches or cozy family dinners. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both rustic and refined.
Masa Biscuits With Ham And Green Chile Gravy
Description
This hearty dish features tender, freshly baked masa biscuits smothered in a creamy, savory green chile gravy. The sauce is built from roasted Anaheim peppers, which provide a mild heat and smoky depth, paired with firm, smoky ham for a robust flavor profile. The combination of the buttery biscuits and the rich, thickened milk-based gravy makes for an incredibly satisfying meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect comfort food option for weekend brunches or cozy family dinners. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both rustic and refined.Ingredients
Directions
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Roast the long green chiles over an open gas flame or under a pre-heated broiler, turning them until they are lightly but evenly charred.
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Place the charred chiles in a paper bag or a bowl covered with a plate and let them steam until cool enough to handle.
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Rub away the burned peel from the chiles, then stem, seed, and coarsely chop them to yield about 3/4 cup.
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In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
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Add the ham cubes and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
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Sprinkle the flour over the ham cubes and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
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Slowly whisk the milk into the ham mixture, ensuring no lumps form.
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Stir in the chopped green chiles and salt.
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Raise the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer.
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Cook, stirring occasionally and scraping the bottom of the pan, until thickened into a medium gravy, about 7 minutes.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt if needed.
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Arrange the masa biscuits, split-sides up, on 8 plates.
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Spoon the hot gravy over and around the biscuits, using it all.
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Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 186.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18.5g29%
- Saturated Fat 11.5g58%
- Cholesterol 48.4mg17%
- Sodium 5.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.8g2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
- Sugars 3.0g
- Protein 1.3g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For added heat, garnish each serving with fresh jalapeño cut into a very fine julienne.
You can substitute smoked turkey thigh meat for the ham for a lighter variation.