Chiles Rellenos

Chiles Rellenos

Delicious green chiles rellenos are stuffed with cheese, dipped in a special batter, then fried in canola oil.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 12 Anaheim chile peppers, charred and peeled
  • 1 pound Cheddar cheese, cut into 12 strips
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • oil for frying

Directions

Step 1
Remove seeds and membranes from chile peppers. Stuff each pepper with a strip of Cheddar.

Step 2
Mix milk, 1 cup flour, egg, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon canola oil together in a small bowl until well combined. Place remaining 1/2 cup flour on a shallow plate.

Step 3
Pour 1 inch oil into a heavy frying pan. Heat over medium-high heat.

Step 4
Roll each pepper in flour, then dip in batter. Fry in batches until lightly browned on both sides.

Tips

Use canned green chiles, or char fresh green chiles over a flame, then peel them. Remove the seeds and membranes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

741
Calories
42g
Fat
52g
Carbs
39g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 741
% Daily Value *
Total Fat42g 54%
Saturated Fat25g 127%
Cholesterol171mg 57%
Sodium1746mg 76%
Total Carbohydrate52g 19%
Dietary Fiber3g 12%
Total Sugars11g
Protein39g
Vitamin C194mg 971%
Calcium973mg 75%
Iron5mg 26%
Potassium705mg 15%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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