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Cheesy Hatch Chile Rellenos

Cheesy Hatch Chile Rellenos: A Crispy Comfort Food Dream

A delicious take on Cheesy Hatch Chile Rellenos perfect for comfort food lovers and vegetarians alike.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Steaming Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 rellenos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Rellenos
  • 6 pieces Hatch Green Chiles Substitute poblano peppers if necessary
  • 8 ounces Oaxaca Cheese Can replace with mozzarella or Monterey Jack
  • 3 large Eggs Separate the whites for beating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be a fun experiment
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential in both batter and sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can swap in fresh garlic
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Use high smoke point oils like canola or peanut oil
For the Red Sauce
  • 4 medium Tomatoes Any fresh variety like Roma works
  • 1 medium White Onion Yellow onion can serve in its place
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Garlic powder can substitute
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro Omit if not preferred
  • 2 pieces Jalapenos Optional for added heat

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Electric mixer
  • blender
  • Deep Skillet or Fryer

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by broiling the Hatch green chiles. Preheat your oven and line a baking sheet with foil to catch drippings. Place the chiles on the pan and broil for 10–20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are blackened and blistered.
  2. Once the chiles are charred, carefully transfer them into a plastic bag. Seal the bag and let them steam for 10–15 minutes.
  3. After steaming, remove the chiles from the bag. Gently peel off the charred skins, cut a slit down the side of each chile, remove the seeds, and secure the openings with toothpicks.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the egg yolks.
  5. Combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Dredge each stuffed chile in the flour mixture and then dip into the batter.
  7. Carefully place the chiles in the hot oil, frying for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  8. While the chiles are frying, blend tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, and salt in a blender until smooth. Heat in a saucepan over medium until the sauce simmers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rellenoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, place uncooked rellenos on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

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