Looking for a hearty and flavorful soup that will warm you up on a cold day? Look no further than Chile Relleno Soup! This traditional Mexican soup is made with a rich and flavorful broth, tender poblano peppers, and a variety of other vegetables. It's a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. This article includes two variations of the recipe: a classic Chile Relleno Soup and a vegetarian version made with tofu. Both are packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table.
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CHILE RELLENO CHICKEN SOUP
Ever had a chile relleno? It's a delicious Mexican dish that consists of a roasted poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, dipped in an egg batter, and fried. All those same flavors also make for a deliciously rich, cheesy soup. I added chicken to make this soup a little more substantial and would be a great way to use leftover roasted chicken. It's perfect for the approaching cold weather!
Provided by Mark T.
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Roast poblano peppers until skin is charred and blistered. You can do this over the open flame on a gas stove, or by heating your broiler to high and placing poblanos within a few inches of the broiler (turning to get all sides charred).
- Place poblanos in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let cool, then rub skin to remove as much as possible. Cut out seeds and then place in a food processor or blender to finely chop. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, and poblanos and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken broth and season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Add chicken pieces and continue to cook until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and two cups of the cheddar cheese and whisk until smooth.
- To serve, divide into 6 bowls and sprinkle each with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Sit briefly under the broiler until cheese is melted and browned (this step is optional but OH SO GOOD!).
CHILE RELLENO SOUP
Make and share this CHILE RELLENO SOUP recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Denver cooks
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Clean and dry the poblano chiles. Places them on a cookie sheet covered in foil. Place under the broiler for 5 minutes. Turn the chiles over and broil for another 5 minutes. Chiles should be roasted with black skin. Remove from the oven and place the chiles in a sealable plastic bag. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for about 2 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cilantro. Cook for about 3 minutes.
- Add the ½ cup of flour to the saucepan and stir to coat the veggies. Cook for about 2 minutes. Then add the chicken broth, cream, milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a low simmer.
- Once the chiles have cooled to the touch, remove from the plastic bag. Cut off the top, remove the seeds, and then remove the skin. (I found it easiest to use a paring knife to remove the skin).
- Set one of the chiles aside for the chile relleno topping. Chop up the other 4 chiles and add to the soup. Allow the soup to continue simmering approximately 15-20 minutes.
- While the soup simmers make the chile relleno topping. Slice the remaining chile in half (should already have the seeds and skin removed). This will give you two large pieces of chile.
- Set up two small bowls. Using the two eggs separate so that whites are in one bowl and yolks are in the second bowl. Beat the egg whites for about a minute and add the 2 tablespoons of flour. In the other bowl beat the egg yolks. Set up a small frying pan and heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Dip one of the chile slices into the egg yolk, then into the egg white/flour mixture. Add to the cooking oil and fry on each side about 1-2 minutes until golden. Repeat with the other chile slice.
- Just before serving the soup, add ½ cup of shredded Jack cheese and stir until completely melted. Serve the soup into bowls, top with the chile relleno and extra shredded jack cheese. You can place the bowls under the broiler if desired to melt the cheese on top, however, this step is not required.
CHILE RELLENO CHICKEN SOUP RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by Lulubelle
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1) Roast poblano peppers until skin is charred and blistered. You can do this over the open flame on a gas stove, or by heating your broiler to high and placing poblanos within a few inches of the broiler (turning to get all sides charred). 2) Place poblanos in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let cool, then rub skin to remove as much as possible. Cut out seeds and then place in a food processor or blender to finely chop. Set aside. 3) In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, and poblanos and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. 4) Stir in chicken broth and season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Add chicken pieces and continue to cook until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. 5) Add cream cheese and two cups of the cheddar cheese and whisk until smooth. 6) To serve, divide into 6 bowls and sprinkle each with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Sit briefly under the broiler until cheese is melted and browned (this step is optional but OH SO GOOD!). Side Note: I add the cream cheese prior to adding my cooked chicken pieces & e let it all get good and hot, then whisk til smooth, THEN I add my cooked chicken pieces and cook for approx 10 more minutes, THEN I add the shredded cheddar cheese (I use sharp) and stir til smooth and serve. This cost me $7.85 to make on batch
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the soup will be. Look for fresh, ripe vegetables and flavorful spices.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the recipe to your taste: If you like your soup spicier, add more chili peppers. If you like it more tart, add more lime juice. Make it your own!
- Let the soup simmer for a while: This will help the flavors to develop and meld together. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular options include sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Chile relleno soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With its combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful spices, and creamy broth, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give chile relleno soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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