Chiles Rellenos is a classic Mexican dish featuring roasted poblano peppers stuffed with cheese or meat, then battered and fried until golden. This delicious dish is often served with a tomato-based sauce and can be enjoyed as a main course or part of a larger Mexican meal.
Chiles Rellenos Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Chiles:
- 6 large poblano peppers
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (such as Oaxaca, Monterey Jack, or Queso Fresco) or cooked ground meat (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 4 large eggs, separated
- Vegetable oil, for frying.
For the Tomato Sauce:
- 4 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.
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