📖 Recipe
Roasted Poplano Peppers
Ingredients
- Poblano Peppers: The star of the dish! Poblano peppers are mild in heat and have a slightly sweet flavor. You will need 4-6 peppers for this recipe.
- Oil: This is to coat the peppers before roasting.
- Salt: A pinch of salt will help bring out the flavor of the peppers.
- Cheese, optional: If you want to add extra flavor to your roasted poblano peppers, you can add some cheese. Queso fresco, cotija, or feta are all good options.
- How to Roast Poblano Peppers
Instructions
Oven Roasting Poblano Peppers
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Remove stems from peppers, clean them inside and out, and place them on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 10 minutes, flip over and roast for 10 minutes or until skin is blackened and blistered.
- Allow peppers to cool for about 30 minutes before peeling and removing any seeds.
Broiler Roasting Poblano Peppers
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Remove stems from peppers, clean them inside and out, and place them on the baking sheet.
- On each side, broil for 2-3 minutes or until skin is blackened and blistered.
- Allow peppers to cool for about 30 minutes before peeling and removing any seeds.
Gas Stove Roasting
- Place poblano peppers directly on the open flame of a gas stove.
- Using tongs, rotate the peppers every 1-2 minutes to evenly char each side.
- Once the skin is blackened and blistered, remove peppers from the heat.
- Allow peppers to cool for about 30 minutes before peeling and removing any seeds.
Grill Roasting Poblano Peppers
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove stems from peppers, clean them inside and out, and place them directly on the grill.
- Grill 2-3 minutes per side or until skin is blackened and blistered.
- Allow peppers to cool for about 30 minutes before peeling and removing any seeds.
Roasting poblano peppers is a fantastic way to add smoky flavor to your dishes. With various roasting techniques and countless recipes to try, you'll soon discover the incredible versatility of these chili peppers in your culinary journey. So grab some poblanos, fire up your oven or grill, and get ready to unlock a new world of flavor!
Other Ways to Roast Poblano Peppers
In addition to oven roasting, broiling, stovetop roasting, and grilling, there are a few alternative methods for roasting poblano peppers:
- Air Fryer: Set the temperature dial on your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and roast the peppers for 10-15 minutes, turning them after 5-6 minutes, until the skin is blackened and blistered.
- Electric Stove: If you don't have a gas stove, you can use a stovetop grill pan or griddle on an electric stove to roast the poblano peppers, turning occasionally to ensure even charring on all sides.
- Roasting Rack: If you prefer to roast several poblanos at once, you can use a specialized pepper roasting rack for gas stoves, grills, and ovens, which ensures even heat distribution around each pepper.
Notes
Roasting Tips
Here are some valuable tips to help you roast poblano peppers to perfection:
Even Charring
Ensure the skin is blackened evenly on all sides
Cooling
Let the roasted peppers cool for at least 30 minutes prior to peeling.
Steaming
Steam the peppers by placing them in a covered bowl or sealed plastic bag while cooling to help loosen the skin.
Avoid Rinsing
Don't rinse peppers under water, as this can wash away the smoky flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1 gramsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 131Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 367mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 7g
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