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Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers Recipe

Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers are a classic Mexican dish that can easily be made. The fluffy, sweet peppers are used for stuffed peppers and in a variety of other dishes. These stuffed poblano peppers contain a great amount of the classic flavors of Mexico, from fresh lime, cilantro, peppers, tomato, and mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3
Calories 253 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large poblano peppers
  • 1 tablespoon  Vegetable oil
  • 1 medium red onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
  • 1 medium tomato (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Green peas
  • 1/4 Yellow corn
  • 1/4 Chopped red pepper
  • 3/4 cup Black beans
  • 1/4 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ancho chili pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
  • 1 Juice of small lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/3 cup Mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven to broil. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil.Place the poblano peppers on the sheet after brushing them with oil.
  • When light blisters appear, broil for another 5-7 minutes, switching sides halfway. As the peppers roast, prepare the stuffing. 
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Chop the onion and garlic and add them to the mixture. After 2-3 minutes, remove from the heat.
  • Cook for another 2-3 minutes after adding the chopped tomatoes
  • Corn, green peas, chopped red pepper, and black beans can now be added.After 2 minutes, add all the spices and salt.
  • Remove the pan from the heat after adding the chopped cilantro.
  • Add some lime juice. Now the stuffing is ready.

The peppers need to be filled

  • After removing the peppers from the oven, let them cool for 2 minutes, then peel off as much skin as possible. Remove the seeds by cutting in the center. 
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the filling in the de-seeded peppers.
  • For all peppers, sprinkle cheese evenly on top of the stuffing.
  • Place in the oven at 375 degrees F for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese melts. Then serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcal
Keyword Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers
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