Cheesy Hatch Chile Rellenos
Delight in the irresistible flavors of Cheesy Hatch Chile Rellenos, a dish that perfectly balances crispy textures with gooey cheese and the smoky essence of roasted hatch chiles. This recipe is designed for everyone—from novice cooks to seasoned chefs—making it a wonderful addition to family gatherings, dinner parties, or casual weeknight meals. Each stuffed pepper bursts with flavor and can be customized to suit your preferences, whether you prefer extra spice or savory toppings. Pair these cheesy delights with a fresh salad or zesty salsa for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 hatch green chiles
- 8 to 10 oz Oaxaca cheese (or similar melting cheese)
- 6 large eggs, separated
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 5 medium tomatoes
- 1 small white onion
- 5 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos (optional)
Instructions
- Broil hatch chiles on a baking sheet until skins are blistered, then steam in a ziplock bag.
- Peel skins, remove seeds, and stuff each chile with cheese.
- Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold in yolks.
- Prepare flour mixture with salt and garlic powder.
- Heat oil; coat stuffed chiles in flour and egg batter before frying until golden brown.
- Blend sauce ingredients until smooth and simmer until heated through.
- Serve hot with sauce drizzled over chiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chile (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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