Chiles Rellenos are a classic Mexican dish, featuring roasted poblano peppers stuffed with cheese or seasoned ground beef, then battered, fried, and served with a savory tomato-based sauce. This flavorful dish is often enjoyed with rice and beans for a hearty meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
✅ Peppers & Filling:
- 4 large poblano peppers 🌶️
- 2 cups shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese 🧀 or
- 1 lb ground beef, cooked & seasoned 🥩
- ½ tsp ground cumin 🌾
- ½ tsp dried oregano 🌿
- Salt & black pepper, to taste 🧂
✅ Batter & Frying:
- 3 eggs, separated 🥚
- ½ cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying) 🛢️
✅ Tomato Sauce:
- 4 ripe tomatoes, blended 🍅
- 1 small onion, chopped 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 cup chicken broth 🥣
- 1 tsp salt 🧂
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil 🛢️
✅ To Serve (Optional):
- Mexican rice 🍚
- Refried beans 🫘
- Fresh cilantro 🌿
Instructions:
Step 1: Roast & Prepare the Peppers
1️⃣ Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or in the oven until the skin blisters.
2️⃣ Place them in a covered bowl for 10 minutes, then peel off the charred skin.
3️⃣ Carefully make a small slit in each pepper and remove the seeds.
Step 2: Make the Filling
4️⃣ If using ground beef, cook it with cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5️⃣ Stuff each poblano with cheese or beef, then gently close the slit.
Step 3: Prepare the Batter
6️⃣ Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold in the yolks.
7️⃣ Lightly coat each stuffed pepper in flour, then dip into the egg batter.
Step 4: Fry the Peppers
8️⃣ Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
9️⃣ Fry each pepper until golden brown on all sides, then drain on paper towels.
Step 5: Make the Tomato Sauce
🔟 In a pan, heat oil and sauté onions and garlic.
1️⃣1️⃣ Add blended tomatoes, broth, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
1️⃣2️⃣ Pour the tomato sauce over the fried peppers.
1️⃣3️⃣ Serve hot with rice and beans for a complete meal!
¡Buen provecho! 🇲🇽
Chiles Rellenos are a delicious balance of smoky, creamy, and savory flavors—a must-try in Mexican cuisine!
✨ Extra Tips:
👉 For a milder version, use bell peppers instead of poblanos! 🫑