Connies Poblano Chile Rellenos with Ranchero Sauce
Connies Poblano Chile Rellenos with Ranchero Sauce
Connie’s authentic Chile Rellenos feature fire-roasted Poblano peppers stuffed with melty Asadero cheese and enveloped in a cloud-like egg meringue. Smothered in a homemade Ranchero sauce made with fresh steamed tomatoes and savory sautéed onions, this family-favorite recipe from Connie VanDiest delivers true Colorado-style flavor right to your kitchen. Perfect for a weekend dinner that tastes like it came straight from a gourmet Mexican kitchen!
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Ranchero Sauce
- In large pot add all ingredients except the onions. Place lid on pot and steam until tomatoes are soft (About 20-30 minutes).
- In separate skillet, sauté onions in Olive Oil until they are translucent. Remove skillet from heat and set aside until later.
- When Tomatoes are soft, remove ingredients from pot and place in blender. Blend all ingredients until liquefied and return to the pot. Add the sautéed onions to the pot and simmer for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to keep Ranchero Sauce warm.
Rellenos
- Beat Egg Whites with electric mixer into a Meringue with stiff peaks. Set Aside. Beat Yolks in separate bowl and add the flour and Salt & Pepper until smooth. With mixer on low, slowly beat the yolks into the whites. (Don't over mix)
- Cut a slit in the side of each Poblano and stuff with a chunk of cheese.
- Seal the Poblano back up as best you can.
- Preheat large skillet with 1/4 cup of oil (Enough for a light sizzle).
- Dip stuffed Poblano into Meringue to coat entirely then place in skillet. Fill in any gaps with a soon full of meringue. Fry on each side until golden brown.
- Place some Ranchero Sauce on each plate then place the Relleno on top. Smother with more Ranchero Sauce and top with grated cheese.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Asadero or Oaxaca cheese can generally be found at any Mexican grocery store or carniceria. Monterey Jack is an excellent substitute for that perfect melt. When making the meringue, ensure your egg white bowl is completely clean and dry to achieve those stiff, fluffy peaks!