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Chiles Rellenos

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of chiles rellenos, a traditional Mexican dish filled with roasted peppers and savory cheese.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chiles rellenos, Mexican cuisine, stuffed peppers, comfort food
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large poblano peppers
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame until charred, then place them in a plastic bag to steam for 10 minutes.
  • Peel the charred skin off the peppers carefully.
  • Make a slit in each pepper and remove the seeds.
  • Stuff each pepper with shredded cheese.
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs until frothy.
  • Add flour, salt, and pepper to the beaten eggs to create a batter.
  • Dip each stuffed pepper into the batter, coating well.
  • Fry the peppers in hot oil until golden brown on all sides.
  • Serve with warm tomato sauce and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 2g