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Stuffed Green Chiles


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  • Author: Recipe Author
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and savory stuffed green chile recipe, perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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  • 4 canned whole green chiles
  • 6 ounces Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Drain the canned whole green chiles and remove any seeds. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Slice Monterey Jack cheese into strips and stuff each chile with cheese gently.
  3. Separate eggs. Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in yolks, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Mix tomato sauce with cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. Spread a thin layer in a greased baking dish.
  5. Arrange stuffed chiles over the sauce in the baking dish.
  6. Spoon the egg batter over the chiles to cover them completely.
  7. Bake at 375°F for 25 to 30 minutes or until puffed and golden.
  8. Serve warm with your favorite sides or refrigerate for later.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, consider using spicy canned chiles.
  • This dish can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed chile
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg