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Authentic Mexican Chili Rellenos Recipe

A classic Mexican dish featuring roasted poblano peppers stuffed with cheese, battered, and fried to perfection.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 poblano peppers
  • 200 g cheese (queso fresco or Monterey Jack) shredded
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs separated
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  1. Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under a broiler until the skin is charred. Place them in a plastic bag to steam for 10 minutes, then peel off the skin.
  2. Make a slit in each pepper and remove the seeds. Stuff each pepper with shredded cheese.
  3. Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the yolks and salt.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Roll each stuffed pepper in flour, then dip in the egg batter. Fry until golden brown on all sides.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chili Rellenos
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