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Best Chiles Rellenos

Warm, cheesy delight stuffed inside roasted peppers, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large poblano peppers
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack works best
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Oil for frying
  • Optional: Salsa or tomato sauce for serving

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast them for about 20 minutes until the skins are blistered and blackened.
  3. Once roasted, place the peppers in a bowl and cover with foil for 10 minutes.
  4. Carefully peel the skins off the peppers once they are cool enough to handle.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cheese with your choice of spices.
  6. Gently slice open each roasted pepper and remove the seeds.
  7. Stuff them generously with the cheese mixture.
  8. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  9. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  10. Dip each stuffed pepper into the batter and carefully place them in the hot oil to fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  11. Transfer the chiles to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  12. Serve hot with salsa or tomato sauce.

Notes

Great for meal prep or entertaining guests.