Chiles Rellenos: A Signature Tex-Mex Creation
Embark on a culinary adventure with this delectable recipe of Chiles Rellenos, a cornerstone of Tex-Mex cuisine. Filled to the brim with mouth-watering flavors, this dish will transport your taste buds to the heart of Texas and Mexico.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 90 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 90 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
| Calories | Fat | Saturates | Sugars | Salt | Protein | Carbs | Fibre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 | 15g | 6g | 4g | 1.2g | 25g | 20g | 3g |
Nutrition: The above table indicates nutritional intake per serving for an adult.
Ingredients:
- 4 large Poblano chiles
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (gluten-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions:
- Rinse the chiles and roast them over an open flame until the skins are charred.
- Once the chiles are cooled, remove the skin, cut a slit lengthwise, and carefully remove the seeds.
- Mix the shredded cheeses and onion, and stuff the chiles with this mixture
- Beat the egg whites until stiff. Then, beat the egg yolks separately and fold into whites along with flour. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dip the stuffed chiles into this batter and fry until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, cook the tomato sauce, garlic, and oregano in a pan for about 10 minutes. Pour this sauce over the cooked chiles.
- Delicious Chiles Rellenos are ready to be served!
There you go, your Tex-Mex feast at home! Remember, the secret to this dish lies in striking the right balance between flavors. We hope you find this authentic Chiles Rellenos as delightful as we do. Happy cooking!