Romaine with Cabrales Dressing and Chile Strips

Name: Romaine with Cabrales Dressing and Chile Strips
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small heads Romaine lettuce; 2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges; 2/3 cup Cabrales cheese; 1/2 bunch chopped fresh oregano; 1 bunch chopped garlic chives; Juice of one lime; 1 cup Spanish olive oil; Chile strips, recipe follows; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons water; 4 large Poblano chiles, seeded and cut into 1/2inch strips; 1/4 cup cornmeal; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Salt

Servings: persons

2 small heads Romaine lettuce
2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
2/3 cup Cabrales cheese
1/2 bunch chopped fresh oregano
1 bunch chopped garlic chives
Juice of one lime
1 cup Spanish olive oil
Chile strips, recipe follows
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
4 large Poblano chiles, seeded and cut into 1/2inch strips
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Salt

1
Wash and pat dry lettuce leaves, then tear into pieces.
2
Place on a platter and arrange the tomatoes on top and around the edges.
3
To make the dressing: Place the cheese, oregano, chives, lime juice and olive oil in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
4
Drizzle the dressing over the greens and tomatoes.
5
Top with chile strips.
6
Whisk together the egg and water in a medium bowl.
7
Coat the chile strips in the egg mixture, then set aside.
8
Place the cornmeal in a bowl next to the chile strips.
9
Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet until hot.
10
Coat half the chile strips with cornmeal and add to the oil.
11
Fry over medium heat until golden, about 2 minutes.
12
Drain on paper towels.
13
Fry the other half of the strips and drain.
14
Salt to taste.

868

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small heads Romaine lettuce, 2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges, 2/3 cup Cabrales cheese, 1/2 bunch chopped fresh oregano, and more.

Yes, Romaine with Cabrales Dressing and Chile Strips falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!