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Nutritional Values
620kcal
45gProtein
30gCarbs
40gFat
4gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Chiles Rellenos
How to order / say it
Say it
Chiles Rellenos — [chee-les rey-yen-os]
Order
I'd like Chiles Rellenos, please.
Locally
Me gustaría chiles rellenos, por favor.
Say locally
Peppers stuffed with a flavorful filling.
Why try it?
Chiles Rellenos showcase Antigua's fusion of traditional and Spanish culinary techniques, making it a beloved feature of festive meals. It's a dish that captures the warmth and generosity of local hospitality.
How it tastes
The roasted pepper provides a smoky, slightly spicy base that is complemented by the savory filling of ground meat, onions, and spices. It is often topped with a rich tomato sauce and served hot.
Origin & History — first documented: 1870
This dish arose during the colonial period, when local ingredients were combined with Spanish cooking methods. It gained prominence in the late 19th century as a popular festive dish.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 6 pieces poblano peppers
- 🥩 400 g ground beef
- 🧄 150 g onion
- 🧄 30 g garlic
- 🧂 10 g cumin
- 🥣 200 ml tomato sauce
- 🥚 2 pieces eggs
- 🌾 100 g breadcrumbs
Method
- 1 Roast peppers and peel off the skins.
- 2 Cook onions, garlic, and beef with spices.
- 3 Stuff peppers with beef mixture and dip in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- 4 Fry the stuffed peppers until golden, and serve with tomato sauce.
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