Chile Rellenos
Source of Recipe
Traditional
List of Ingredients
Chiles Rellenos
(Stuffed Green Chiles)
Yield: 6 servings Frying Time: Approximately
Temperature: Medium-High 5-10 minutes
Freezes well (May be frozen after frying).
Shortening
Batter for Stuffed Green Chile Batido para Chile Rellenos
12 large, peeled, whole green Chile chiles with stems
Red or Green Chile Sauce
1 pound sharp cheddar cheese, cut into strips
Heat 4 inches of shortening in a heavy pan on medium-high heat.
Slit chiles open crosswise below stems.
Insert strips of cheese into chiles.
Dip stuffed chile into batter and fry in hot shortening until
golden brown. Drain on absorbent towels.
Serve with red or green Chile sauce.
Variations on a theme,
Stuff with Maytag Blue and polenta. Bake instead of fry with a little cheddar sprinkled on top.
Stuff with cooked sausage or pork.
Onions and shredded zucchini.
Recipe
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