Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey that seamlessly blends the bold flavors of cheese and shrimp, enveloped within the charred embrace of roasted poblanos. This delectable dish, meticulously crafted with a vibrant red bell pepper sauce, promises an explosion of colors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Alongside this main event, embark on a delightful adventure with two additional recipes: a refreshing cucumber salad that offers a crisp and cooling contrast, and a luscious tres leches cake that serves as the perfect sweet ending to this savory feast. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.
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CHEESE- AND SHRIMP-STUFFED ROASTED POBLANOS WITH RED BELL PEPPER SAUCE
Categories Cheese Pepper Shellfish Appetizer Roast Christmas Low Carb Goat Cheese Shrimp Winter Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Char poblano chilies over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag 10 minutes. Peel chilies. Using small sharp knife, carefully slit chilies open along 1 side. Remove seeds, leaving stems attached.
- Mix shrimp and next 6 ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Fill chilies with shrimp mixture, dividing equally. Pull up sides of chilies to enclose filling. Place stuffed chilies on baking sheet. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake chilies uncovered until heated through and cheeses melt, about 15 minutes. Spoon 3 tablespoons Red Bell Pepper Sauce onto each of 8 plates. Place 1 stuffed chili atop sauce on each. Garnish with basil leaves, if desired, and serve.
- Fresh green chilies, also known as pasillas; available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets
SHRIMP-STUFFED POBLANO PEPPERS
I created this dish for my mother when she moved back to our hometown. Since she really enjoys shrimp and slightly spicy food, I decided to create a shrimp-stuffed poblanos to surprise her. She was delighted.-Tina Garcia-Ortiz, Tampa, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cut peppers in half lengthwise and discard seeds. Place peppers, cut side down, in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush with 1 tablespoon butter; sprinkle with pepper and salt. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion and celery in remaining butter until tender. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Add the shrimp, cheese blend, rice, lemon juice and seasonings; heat through. Spoon into pepper halves. , Place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over peppers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
ROASTED SHRIMP STUFFED POBLANO PEPPERS
Baby shrimp are widely available frozen and precooked, so keep a couple of bags in the freezer for a versatile ingredient for a variety of meals. Mildly spicy with a creamy filling and a crunchy golden cheese topping, these peppers are sure to become a summer classic.
Provided by Candid Appetite
Categories Pescatarian Nut-Free Spicy Weekend Project Gluten-Free Egg-Free Soy-Free Blender Food Processor Fish-Free Peanut-Free Tree Nut-Free Grain-Free Sugar-Free Oven Stove
Time 1h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Shred the Monterey Jack Cheese (1 cup). Crumble the Queso Fresco (1/4 cup). Soften the Cream Cheese (8 ounce). Chop the Yellow Onion (1) and Garlic (2 clove).
- Deseed and mince the Jalapeño Pepper (1). Peel and devein the Shrimp (1 pound).
- Place the Red Bell Pepper (3) on a baking sheet lined with foil paper. Place under the broiler and char the skins, turning often to evenly blacken. About 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer the peppers to a bowl.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allowthe peppers to cool completely. Once cooled, transfer them to a cutting board. Remove the stems and seeds. Using the blade of your knife to scrape off the charred skin.
- In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted peppers, Canned Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes (14 ounce), Salt (1 teaspoon), Freshly Ground Black Pepper (1 teaspoon), Garlic Powder (1/2 teaspoon), and Ground Cumin (1/2 teaspoon).
- Purée until completely smooth. Set aside and reserve for later.
- Char the Poblano Pepper (6) directly over an open flame on your stove. Once the poblanos are charred all around, transfer to a plate or dish and allow to cool completely, uncovered.
- Once cool, carefully remove the skin by scraping the outside with the blade of your knife. Remove the seeds from the poblano peppers (keeping the stems in tact) by making a slit down the middle and scooping out the seeds. Set peppers aside.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. When hot add Olive Oil (2 tablespoon). Add the chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeno pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until veggies are soft. Season with Salt (1/2 teaspoon), Freshly Ground Black Pepper (1/2 teaspoon), and Ground Coriander (3/4 teaspoon).
- Add the shrimp and stir. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are no longer opaque. Be careful not to over cook them. Turn off the flame and remove the pan from the stove. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, monterey jack cheese, and cooked shrimp. Stir until smooth and well combined. Stuff the medium poblano peppers with the cheese-shrimp mixture, dividing the filling evenly between them.
- Spoon the red bell peppers sauce onto the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish or 6 individual serving dishes. Place the stuffed peppers on top of the sauce. Bake for 40 minutes on a baking sheet lined with foil to catch any drippings.
- The cheese should be bubbly, and the tops golden brown. Remove from oven and top with crumbled queso fresco and Fresh Cilantro (1/4 cup). Serve right away. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Protein 4.7 g, Fat 4.8 g, Carbohydrate 3.0 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Sugar 1.9 g, Sodium 196.0 mg, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 31.5 mg, UnsaturatedFat 1.9 g
RED BELL PEPPER SAUCE
Categories Sauce Pepper Broil Sauté Low Carb Low/No Sugar Bell Pepper Winter Jalapeño Shallot Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 2 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Char bell peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag 10 minutes. Peel, seed, and coarsely chop bell peppers.
- Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add shallots, garlic, and chili; sauté until shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer mixture to blender; add bell peppers and chicken broth. Puree until smooth. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.)
Tips:
- To easily roast the poblanos, place them directly over a gas burner, turning them with tongs until charred and blistered on all sides. Alternatively, you can roast them in a 400°F oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the skin is blackened and blistered.
- If you don't have a grill pan, you can cook the shrimp in a regular skillet over medium-high heat. Just be sure to keep an eye on them so they don't overcook.
- To make the red bell pepper sauce, you can use either fresh or roasted red bell peppers. If using fresh peppers, roast them in a 400°F oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the skin is blackened and blistered. Then, peel and seed the peppers before pureeing them in a blender or food processor.
- If you want a spicier sauce, add a serrano or jalapeño pepper to the mix. Just be sure to remove the seeds before blending, if you don't want it to be too hot.
- Serve the stuffed poblanos immediately, topped with the red bell pepper sauce and a sprinkle of queso fresco or cotija cheese.
Conclusion:
Cheese and Shrimp Stuffed Poblanos with Red Bell Pepper Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The poblanos are roasted until tender and then stuffed with a creamy cheese and shrimp filling. The red bell pepper sauce adds a smoky and slightly spicy flavor to the dish. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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