Chiles Rellenos
Chiles rellenos are a delightful Mexican dish featuring roasted poblano peppers stuffed with a savory cheese filling, then battered and fried to golden perfection. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors—smoky, cheesy, and slightly spicy—that will elevate any meal. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is easy to follow and promises to impress your guests while creating cherished memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 large poblano peppers
- 1 cup queso fresco, crumbled
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup homemade tomato sauce (made from 2 cups diced tomatoes)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roast poblano peppers on a baking sheet until charred on all sides. Remove from oven and let cool.
- While cooling, mix crumbled queso fresco with spices in a bowl (add sautéed onions and garlic if desired).
- Peel charred skin off cooled peppers, cut a slit down one side, and remove seeds. Stuff each pepper with the cheese mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in egg yolks mixed with flour.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Dip stuffed peppers in batter and fry until golden brown on all sides (about 4-5 minutes).
- For the tomato sauce: Sauté onions and garlic in a saucepan until translucent, add diced tomatoes, simmer until thickened, and season with salt and cilantro.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding cooked meats or vegetables to the filling for added flavor and texture. For optimal crispiness, ensure batter is cold before frying.