Best 5 Poblano And Jalapeño Relish Recipes

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With a vibrant blend of flavors and textures, poblano and jalapeño relish is a culinary delight that tantalizes the taste buds. This relish, hailing from the rich culinary traditions of Mexico, combines the smoky sweetness of roasted poblano peppers with the spicy kick of jalapeños, creating a harmonious balance of heat and flavor. In this article, we present two delectable recipes for poblano and jalapeño relish: a classic version and a variation with a tangy twist. Both recipes are crafted with fresh ingredients, ensuring a vibrant and flavorful relish that elevates any dish it accompanies.

The classic recipe captures the essence of traditional Mexican flavors. Roasted poblano peppers, with their smoky and slightly sweet notes, are paired with spicy jalapeños, onions, garlic, and a touch of lime juice. This combination creates a relish with a well-rounded flavor profile, perfect for adding a kick to tacos, burritos, and grilled meats.

The second recipe takes a creative turn by introducing a tangy twist to the classic relish. Fresh pineapple chunks are added to the mix, infusing the relish with a tropical sweetness that complements the heat of the peppers. This variation is sure to add a unique and refreshing touch to your favorite dishes.

Whether you prefer the classic or the tangy pineapple-infused version, this article provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a delicious and authentic poblano and jalapeño relish. Embark on a culinary adventure and elevate your meals with this flavorful condiment, adding a burst of flavor to your next taco night or backyard barbecue.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FIRE-ROASTED POBLANO SALSA



Fire-Roasted Poblano Salsa image

Roasting the veggies over an open fire brings a nice smoky flavor to this quick salsa. Excellent with tortilla chips or served over fish tacos. Can easily be adjusted to be mild or spicy by leaving in or removing the jalapeno seeds.

Provided by France C

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium poblano pepper
1 medium jalapeno pepper
2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 small white onion, raw
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup cilantro, minced
1 medium lime, juiced
¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Rinse poblano and jalapeno peppers.
  • Roast peppers and onion on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until all sides are charred and blistered, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Place peppers in a covered bowl for 5 minutes to steam and loosen skins. Scrape skins off peppers using a knife and discard. Slice peppers in half and remove seeds, if desired. Transfer to a food processor or blender.
  • Add diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, chipotle powder, and salt to the peppers; pulse for 15 to 20 seconds until desired consistency. Serve immediately or refrigerate for several hours for flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 139.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SWEET AND SPICY PEPPER RELISH



Sweet and Spicy Pepper Relish image

This Sweet and Spicy Pepper Relish recipe is legendary! Deeply flavorful: even people who don't like spicy foods love it! Try it on almost EVERYTHING! • Freezable • Make Ahead • Vegan (and Vegetarian) • Gluten Free •

Provided by Two Healthy Kitchens LLC at www.TwoHealthyKitchens.com

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 habanero peppers
4 jalapeño peppers
2 ghost peppers
1 1/2 cups drained and coarsely chopped, jarred roasted red bell peppers (from about a 12-ounce jar - see note below and tips in post for roasting your own, if you prefer)
4 medium garlic cloves
1/2 cup finely diced red onion (from about 1/4 of a medium onion)
1/2 cup sugar
6 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
6 tablespoons pineapple juice
1/4 cup all-natural grape jelly (we use Welch's Natural)
1/4 cup 100% pure fruit seedless red raspberry jelly (we use Smucker's Simply Fruit)
2 tablespoons sriracha

Steps:

  • Remove the stems from the habanero, jalapeño, and ghost peppers. For a less spicy pepper relish, also remove the seeds and ribs (see note below on customizing the heat level). Coarsely chop the hot peppers.
  • In a food processor (we usually use the largest of our Ninja containers), combine the habaneros, jalapeños, ghost peppers, roasted red peppers, and garlic. Pulse until evenly chopped but not finely minced or pureed (about 8 pulses, scraping the sides as needed between pulses - refer to the photo in our post).
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the processed pepper mixture and all other ingredients.
  • Bring to a gentle boil and reduce heat to about medium-low to maintain a simmer (adjusting heat setting as needed). Simmer, uncovered, until the pepper relish is reduced to your liking, keeping in mind that it will continue to thicken a little further as it cools. The exact time this will take can vary from one batch to the next, depending on the size of your pan and how closely you keep it to a simmer, but it will probably take about 45-65 minutes to achieve the consistency you see in my photographs. Also, if you choose to roast your own red peppers (see note below) instead of using jarred peppers, your pepper relish will probably thicken more quickly. (Note that how much you thicken your relish will affect the final yield of the recipe. I have a slightly different yield every time I make this hot pepper relish.)
  • Remove from heat and cool completely before storing in the refrigerator or freezing. See serving suggestions in the post for lots of ideas on how to use this pepper relish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 0 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Sodium 28 grams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

POBLANO-CILANTRO RELISH



Poblano-Cilantro Relish image

Categories     Side     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Chile Pepper     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large garlic cloves, unpeeled
3 poblano chiles
1 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice, plus more for seasoning
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Light a grill and preheat for for at least 10 minutes or preheat a grill pan. Skewer the garlic. Grill the garlic and poblanos over moderately high heat, turning frequently, until the garlic is charred and softened, about 5 minutes, and the poblanos are blackened all over, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a plate. Peel the garlic and transfer to a food processor. Peel the peppers, then core them and discard most of the seeds. Cut the peppers into strips and transfer to a food processor.
  • Pulse the garlic and peppers until coarsely chopped. Add the cilantro, fish sauce, sugar and 1 tablespoon of lime juice and pulse to a chunky puree. Add the vegetable oil and process until incorporated. Season the relish with more lime juice, if desired, and serve.

ALMOST-FAMOUS CORN SALSA



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Fans of Chipotle restaurants will wait in notoriously long lines for the chain's made-to-order burritos. (Yes, we're guilty, too; there's a location right across from our office.) Founder Steve Ells, a former San Francisco chef, hit on a magic formula with his concept for a mix-and-match taqueria: He opened his first Chipotle in Denver in 1993 and now has nearly 1,100 locations. Ells came up with all the recipes himself, including this popular corn salsa. If you get lucky at the restaurant, your burrito maker will pile on a little extra. If you don't, you can make this recipe from Food Network Kitchens - and eat as much as you want.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 small poblano chile pepper, seeded
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 cup fresh corn kernels (from 2 ears), or 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Brush the poblano with 1 teaspoon olive oil and grill, skin-side down, until charred but still firm, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly; peel and finely chop.
  • If using fresh corn, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook until tender, 2 to 3 minutes; drain.
  • Mix the corn (if using frozen, add it here), poblano, jalapeno, cilantro and red onion in a bowl. Stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, the lime juice, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

POBLANO CHILE RELLENO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups flour, divided
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon
12 ounces beer
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1 clove minced garlic
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels
Fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated monterey jack
6 poblanos, charred and peeled
Corn oil, for frying
Sour cream, as accompaniment
Lime wedges, as accompaniment

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup of the flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl. Gradually add the beer, whisking until the batter is smooth. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the scallions and garlic, and cook until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Allow to cool, add cheese, and set aside.
  • Make an incision the length of each chile and remove the stems and seeds. Stuff corn filling into chilies, and close with a toothpick.
  • In a large deep skillet, pour oil until half full. Heat over medium heat until hot. Dredge chilies in remaining flour, shake off excess, dip in batter, and fry until golden, approximately 1 minute per side. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
  • To serve place on large dish and serve with sour cream and lime wedges.

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Poblano and jalapeño peppers are the perfect combination for this relish, providing a balance of heat and flavor. Poblanos are mild and slightly sweet, while jalapeños add a bit of spice. If you prefer a milder relish, use fewer jalapeños or remove the seeds before chopping.
  • Roast the peppers: Roasting the peppers enhances their flavor and makes them easier to peel. You can roast the peppers in a hot oven or over an open flame. If you're roasting them in the oven, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and roast the peppers for 20-25 minutes, or until they are charred and blistered. If you're roasting them over an open flame, hold them over the flame with tongs until the skin is blackened. Once the peppers are roasted, let them cool slightly before handling.
  • Peel and chop the peppers: Once the peppers are cool enough to handle, peel off the charred skin. Then, remove the stems and seeds and chop the peppers into small pieces.
  • Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will make it easier to chop the peppers and other ingredients. A dull knife will crush the ingredients, releasing their juices and making the relish watery.
  • Taste the relish as you go: Adjust the seasonings to your taste. If you like it spicier, add more jalapeños. If you like it sweeter, add more sugar. If you like it tangier, add more vinegar.

Conclusion:

Poblano and jalapeño relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's great on tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican dishes. It can also be used as a topping for burgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches. Or, you can simply enjoy it as a snack with chips or crackers. No matter how you choose to use it, this relish is sure to add a burst of flavor to your meal.

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