Chiles Rellenos with Smoky Tomato Sauce

Chiles Rellenos with Smoky Tomato Sauce is a delicious Mexican dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with roasted poblano peppers that are stuffed with a savory mixture of cheese and spices, then topped with a smoky tomato sauce. The dish is a perfect combination of spicy and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients:

For the Chiles Rellenos:

- 6 poblano peppers
- 1 cup of shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1/2 cup of chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder

For the Smoky Tomato Sauce:

- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Roast the poblano peppers on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, or until the skin is blistered and blackened.
3. Remove the peppers from the oven and place them in a plastic bag. Let them sit for 10 minutes to steam.
4. Remove the peppers from the bag and peel off the skin. Cut a slit down the side of each pepper and remove the seeds.
5. In a bowl, mix together the shredded cheese, chopped onion, chopped tomatoes, chopped cilantro, cumin, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder.
6. Stuff each pepper with the cheese mixture and place them in a baking dish.
7. In a blender, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, cumin, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili powder. Blend until smooth.
8. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed peppers.
9. Bake the peppers in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly.
10. Serve the Chiles Rellenos with Smoky Tomato Sauce hot and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
Chiles Rellenos with Smoky Tomato Sauce is a beautiful dish that is sure to impress your guests. The roasted poblano peppers are stuffed with a savory cheese mixture and topped with a smoky tomato sauce that is bursting with flavor. The dish has a spicy kick that is balanced out by the creamy cheese and tangy tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Type of Dish: Mexican Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Poblano Peppers, Cheese, Tomatoes