Classic Chili Poblano Rellenos Recipe

Name: Classic Chili Poblano Rellenos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 -10 poblano chiles (about 7-inch ); 3/4 lb grated mild cheddar cheese (about 3 cups); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; vegetable shortening (for frying); 4 large egg yolks, beaten; 4 large egg whites, beaten until foamy; 1/4 lb grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 1 cup); prepared salsa (optional)

Servings: persons

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["Roast the chiles:.", "Roast the chilies by broiling three to five minutes on each side. The skin will begin to char and get black spots. Remove, cool a minute or two, then wrap in plastic wrap and let it sit five minutes. Remove the wrap and peel chilies.", "Keep the broiler on.", "Carefully cut a lengthwise slit into each chile and stuff with some cheddar cheese. Combine the flour, salt and pepper and dredge the chiles.", "In a large saucepan, heat 1/2"" of shortening till very hot.", "Fold the egg yolks into the whites and working with 2 chiles at a time, dip the chiles into the egg batter and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown, no more than a couple of minutes. With a slotted spoon transfer the chiles (careful--they are delicate) to paper towels to drain.", "Arrange the chiles on a flameproof plate and sprinkle with sharp cheddar. Broil the chiles just long enough to melt the cheese.", "Serve immediately, accompanied by your favorite salsa. Enjoy!"]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 -10 poblano chiles (about 7-inch ), 3/4 lb grated mild cheddar cheese (about 3 cups), 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Classic Chili Poblano Rellenos falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Classic Chili Poblano Rellenos

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