Chiles Rellenos Recipe

Name: Chiles Rellenos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chiles; 1/4 lb swiss cheese or 1/4 lb monterey jack cheese, cut into strips; 8 ounces canned whole green chilies, drained; 3 eggs, separated; 3 tablespoons flour; oil (for deep frying); Sauce; 1 (1 lb) can stewed tomatoes; 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions; 1 chicken bouillon cube; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 dash pepper; 1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese; sour cream

Servings: persons

Chiles
1/4 lb swiss cheese or 1/4 lb monterey jack cheese, cut into strips
8 ounces canned whole green chilies, drained
3 eggs, separated
3 tablespoons flour
oil (for deep frying)
Sauce
1 (1 lb) can stewed tomatoes
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 chicken bouillon cube
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 dash pepper
1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
sour cream

1
Insert a strip of cheese into each chile.
2
In a medium sized bowl, beat egg whites until they form soft peaks.
3
In a small bowl, beat egg yolks slightly.
4
Gently fold into egg whites.
5
Add 3 tablespoons flour, and fold in just until blended.
6
In a heavy saucepan or deep fryer, slowly heat 1 1/2 to 2 inches vegetable oil to 400 degrees.
7
Roll the chiles in flour.
8
With a large slotted spoon dip the floured chiles into the egg mixture, coating liberally.
9
Gently place in hot oil, 2 at a time, and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes.
10
Preheat oven to 350.
11
In medium saucepan, combine all remaining ingredients except the shredded cheese and sour cream.
12
Simmer, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
13
Place chiles in a 13x9 glass casserole or baking pan.
14
Spoon the sauce on top of the chiles.
15
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top.
16
Bake, uncovered, for 20 mintes, until cheese is melted and chiles are heated through.
17
Serve with sour cream.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chiles, 1/4 lb swiss cheese or 1/4 lb monterey jack cheese, cut into strips, 8 ounces canned whole green chilies, drained, 3 eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Chiles Rellenos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chiles Rellenos

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