Description
These Baked Chile Rellenos are a lighter twist on the traditional fried version. Roasted poblano peppers are filled with a savory cheese mixture, then baked to golden, bubbly perfection. It’s a flavorful, satisfying dish that’s perfect for a vegetarian meal or side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large poblano peppers
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or a blend of Jack and cheddar)
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco (optional)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1/2 cup enchilada sauce or salsa (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro and sour cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Roast the poblano peppers under the broiler or over an open flame until charred on all sides. Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel off the skins, then cut a slit in each pepper and remove the seeds.
- Stuff each pepper with the shredded cheese and a bit of queso fresco if using. Place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and cumin until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the stuffed peppers in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is puffed and golden.
- Drizzle with enchilada sauce or salsa before serving. Garnish with cilantro and sour cream if desired.
Notes
- You can prepare the peppers ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- For a spicier version, mix some diced jalapeños into the cheese filling.
- Serve with rice and beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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