Chili-Stuffed Chili Rellenos with Queso
DifficultyIntermediate
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Yields4 ServingsPrep Time30 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time1 hr
For the Chili Rellenos:​
 4 large poblano peppers​
 ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese​
 1 cup Chili
 2 cups tampura batter​
 Vegetable oil, for frying​
For the Queso Topping:​
 ½ cup queso sauce
 1 tsp Southwest seasoning​
 Chopped fresh cilantro​
 Lime wedges​
 Sliced jalapenos​
Prepare the Poblano Peppers:​
1

Carefully make a slit down one side of each pepper and remove the seeds and membranes. Be cautious to keep the peppers intact.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the whole poblano peppers and fry them until they are slightly softened and blistered, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Let them cool slightly.

Stuff the Peppers:​
3

Heat Chili according to the package instructions.

4

Mix the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese together in a bowl.

5

Stuff each pepper with a generous amount of the heated chili and cheese mixture. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary.

Prepare the Batter:​
6

Prepare the tempura batter to the directions on the package

Fry the Stuffed Chili Rellenos:​
7

In the same skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).

8

Dip each stuffed pepper into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.

9

Carefully place the battered peppers into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Serve:
10

Place the fried chili rellenos on a serving platter.

11

Drizzle generously with warm queso sauce.

12

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños.

13

Serve with lime wedges on the side.

 

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Ingredients

For the Chili Rellenos:​
 4 large poblano peppers​
 ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese​
 1 cup Chili
 2 cups tampura batter​
 Vegetable oil, for frying​
For the Queso Topping:​
 ½ cup queso sauce
 1 tsp Southwest seasoning​
 Chopped fresh cilantro​
 Lime wedges​
 Sliced jalapenos​
Chili-Stuffed Chili Rellenos with Queso