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Burrito with Chile Relleno

A crispy, cheesy chile relleno wrapped in a warm tortilla with a simple red sauce. This weeknight-friendly version skips the traditional egg batter for a quicker pan-fried approach, making it easy to enjoy at home.

Total time
35 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
22g
Burrito with Chile Relleno
comfortingMexicanvegetariancheesecrispysoftweeknightburrito

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Roast the 2 poblano peppers under a broiler or over a gas flame, turning occasionally, until skins are charred and blistered, about 8-10 minutes. Place in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    While peppers steam, cut the 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese into 2 thick strips. Once peppers are cool enough to handle, rub off the charred skins, make a slit down one side, and carefully remove seeds, keeping the pepper intact.

  3. Step 3

    Stuff each pepper with a cheese strip, pressing the slit closed. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add the stuffed peppers to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly browned and cheese is melted, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  5. Step 5

    Warm the 2 large flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side, until pliable. Place one pepper in the center of each tortilla, fold in the sides, and roll tightly to form a burrito.

  6. Step 6

    Pour 1 cup enchilada sauce into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat until steaming, about 3 minutes. Serve the burritos topped with the warm sauce and garnished with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro.

Tools you’ll need

  • Broiler or gas stove
  • Skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • Tongs

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