Rajas con Crema, Elote, y Queso (Creamy Poblano Peppers and Sweet Corn)

Rajas con Crema, Elote, y Queso (Creamy Poblano Peppers and Sweet Corn)

Rajas con queso is a deliciously easy Mexican staple with roasted poblano peppers and sweet corn kernels simmered in a creamy sauce made with Mexican cheese.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 poblano peppers
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 ear fresh corn, kernels cut off
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 ½ ounces Mexican Manchego cheese, grated

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2
Place poblano peppers onto the prepared baking sheet; brush peppers with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.

Step 3
Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then flip and continue roasting until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft, about 20 more minutes.

Step 4
Transfer roasted peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap; let steam for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 5
While the peppers are steaming, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add corn kernels and cook until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 6
Carefully remove plastic wrap from the pepper bowl. Peel and discard pepper skins; remove seeds and stems. Cut peppers into strips.

Step 7
Heat butter and remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Add pepper strips, corn, and bouillon granules; cook for 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in cream and Manchego cheese. Simmer until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

Tips

Mexican Manchego is very different than Spanish Manchego. You can use Chihuahua cheese, another Mexican variety, or a mild Cheddar if you're in a pinch.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

347
Calories
29g
Fat
13g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 347
% Daily Value *
Total Fat29g 37%
Saturated Fat14g 72%
Cholesterol71mg 24%
Sodium674mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate13g 5%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars5g
Protein9g
Vitamin C73mg 367%
Calcium191mg 15%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium330mg 7%

*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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