Baked Chiles Rellenos

Health score
10%
Baked Chiles Rellenos
75 min.
8
362kcal

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Imagine a dish that perfectly marries the rich, savory flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine with a healthy twist: Baked Chiles Rellenos. This delightful recipe reimagines a classic favorite, transforming the traditional fried version into a baked masterpiece that’s not only delicious but also guilt-free. With a preparation time of just 75 minutes, you'll be presenting a vibrant and satisfying meal that can easily serve up to eight hungry guests.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the poblano chiles. These mild, yet flavorful peppers are roasted to perfection, allowing their natural sweetness to shine through. Stuffed with a mouthwatering mixture of high-quality Mexican chorizo, creamy cotija cheese, and fragrant oregano, each bite offers an explosion of taste that celebrates the heart of Mexican cooking. What makes this dish even more appealing is the fluffy egg base, which binds the flavors together while adding an airy texture that contrasts beautifully with the tender chiles.

Whether you're preparing a heartwarming dinner for family or impressing friends at a gathering, Baked Chiles Rellenos will surely steal the show. It's a dish that encapsulates comfort and warmth, making it ideal for any occasion. Pair it with a crisp salad or some tangy salsa, and you'll have a meal that dazzles not just for its taste, but for its vibrant presentation as well. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to dive into this flavorful adventure!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.8 pound mexican chorizo fresh
  • cup cotija cheese crumbled
  • 12  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • cup freshly jack cheese shredded
  • teaspoon oregano leaves fresh minced
  •  poblano chiles 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Lay chiles in a single layer on a baking sheet. Cook about 4 in. from broiler until chiles are blistering and black, about 5 minutes. Turn chiles over and broil until blistering and black all over, about 5 minutes. Put chiles in a large metal bowl and cover with foil or plastic wrap.
  3. Let sit 15 minutes.
  4. Peel chiles and discard skins.
  5. Cut off stem ends and discard; remove seeds. Set chiles aside on layers of paper towels to dry.
  6. Meanwhile, in a large frying pan over medium-high heat, cook chorizo, stirring occasionally to break up the meat, until cooked through, about 4 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 37
  8. In a large bowl, mix chorizo, cotija, and oregano. Stuff chiles with mixture and lay them in an 8- by 12-in. baking dish.
  9. In a large bowl, whisk eggs until they are thoroughly broken up and uniform in color and texture.
  10. Whisk in flour, baking powder, and salt.
  11. Sprinkle chiles with 1/2 the jack cheese.
  12. Pour egg mixture over chiles and sprinkle with remaining jack.
  13. Bake until top starts to brown and the eggs are set but still soft, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories362kcal
Protein25.51%
Fat62.09%
Carbs12.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33
Glycemic Load
3.58
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.241739045019%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
5.6mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:361.94kcal
18.1%
Fat:24.72g
38.03%
Saturated Fat:11.14g
69.6%
Carbohydrates:11.11g
3.7%
Net Carbohydrates:8.83g
3.21%
Sugar:3.2g
3.55%
Cholesterol:301.36mg
100.45%
Sodium:594.72mg
25.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.86g
45.71%
Vitamin C:95.68mg
115.98%
Selenium:26.9µg
38.43%
Vitamin B2:0.58mg
33.84%
Phosphorus:297.33mg
29.73%
Calcium:280.91mg
28.09%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.72%
Vitamin A:1140.57IU
22.81%
Vitamin B12:1.02µg
17.03%
Iron:2.99mg
16.63%
Folate:61.59µg
15.4%
Vitamin B5:1.37mg
13.66%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.42%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.1%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.94%
Vitamin K:11.26µg
10.73%
Vitamin D:1.48µg
9.87%
Potassium:331.25mg
9.46%
Fiber:2.27g
9.08%
Vitamin E:1.25mg
8.35%
Magnesium:29.16mg
7.29%
Copper:0.15mg
7.29%
Vitamin B3:1.14mg
5.69%
Source:My Recipes