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Spiced Chile Relleno in Salsa Verde
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Spiced Chile Relleno in Salsa Verde

4.9 (163 ratings)

Deeply satisfying Chile Relleno in Salsa Verde, bright with acid and fresh herbs.

Prep
17 min
Cook
21 min
Servings
3
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb chile relleno
  • 1 medium white onion
  • 1 lb fresh cilantro
  • a pinch lime
  • 4 oz ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup corn tortillas
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • to taste good finishing oil
Method

Step by step

  1. Pat the chile relleno dry and season it well so it browns instead of steaming.
  2. Get your pan hot and render the aromatics until they smell sweet and toasty.
  3. Return the chile relleno, add just enough liquid, and simmer until everything is tender.
  4. Taste, brighten with a squeeze of citrus, and plate while it is still hot.
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