Best 10 Poblano Cream Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Poblano Cream Soup, a culinary delight that blends the smoky richness of poblano peppers with the velvety texture of cream. This soup strikes a perfect balance between smoky, savory, and slightly spicy, making it a comforting dish for any occasion. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore three enticing variations of this classic soup: the traditional Poblano Cream Soup, the Roasted Poblano Cream Soup, and the Poblano Corn Chowder. Each recipe offers a unique twist, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of this delectable soup. Whether you prefer a smooth and creamy texture or a hearty chowder bursting with corn and vegetables, our collection has something to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of Poblano Cream Soup.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CREAM OF POBLANO SOUP



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Poblano peppers are a mild Mexican pepper and this soup showcases them beautifully! This is a delicious, rich soup that will transport you to old Mexico! Originally published in a 1995 newspaper food section, from Cavanaugh's Restaurant in Webster, Texas.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Peppers

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 (6 inch) corn tortillas, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1/2 cup finely diced poblano pepper, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 ounces cooked chicken, chopped (1/4 cup)
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Cut three tortillas into ninths; place in food processor and chop until fine.
  • Add flour,chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; blend to the consistency of cornmeal.
  • Place oil in stockpot over medium high heat; add onion, 1/2 cup poblano pepper, and garlic and sauté until the onion is transparent.
  • Add butter and let it melt.
  • Add tortilla-flour mixture to the pan and mix to form a roux.
  • Cook 4-5 minutes stirring constantly with a whisk- do not let mixture burn.
  • While stirring, slowly add broth, scraping down sides and bottom often.
  • Add half and half, bring to a slow simmer and cook 7-10 minutes.
  • Do not let soup come to a hard boil.
  • Turn off heat and let cool a bit.
  • Add chicken before serving.
  • Top each serving with shredded cheese, diced poblano pepper and tortillas strips.

ROASTED POBLANO-CREAM SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Dairy     Herb     Onion     Pepper     Vegetable     Appetizer     Sauté     Lunch     Mint     Fall     Winter     Cilantro     Parsley     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds poblano chilies*
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 1/2 cups chopped white onion
1 garlic clove, chopped
5 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup (or more) whipping cream
*Fresh green chilies, often called pasillas, available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets

Steps:

  • Char chilies over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag. Let stand 10 minutes to steam. Peel, seed and chop poblano chilies.
  • Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add chilies and sauté 1 minute. Add stock and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until chilies are very tender, about 10 minutes. Mix in cilantro, parsley and mint. Working in batches, puree soup in blender. Return soup to pot. Mix in 1/4 cup cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add more cream if soup is very spicy. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and chill. Bring to simmer before serving.)

CREAM OF POBLANO SOUP



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A little bit spicy, creamy and green. This recipe was originally a modification of the Leek and Potato Soup recipe presented on Good Eats.

Provided by Bill Woodward

Categories     Peppers

Time 50m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs poblano peppers (5-6 large poblanos)
1 medium yellow onion
1 pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced small
1 quart vegetable broth
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup buttermilk
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Chop the onion and poblanos into small pieces.
  • In a 6-quart saucepan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onions and poblanos and a heavy pinch of salt and sweat for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and the vegetable broth, increase the heat to medium-high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the potatoes are soft, approximately 30 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and puree the mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in the half-and-half, buttermilk, salt and pepper.

ROASTED CREAM OF POBLANO SOUP



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I was inspired by Lynnda Cloutier's Cream of Poblano Soup, but didn't want to use a slow cooker, and didn't have dill,so I fiddled around and this turned out! It 's mouth hot, but not burny, and we really thought the taste was lovely. If you like this recipe, see my website: http://mybestcookbook.wordpress.com

Provided by Sherry Peyton

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 large poblano chiles
2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 medium onion, chopped roughly
4-6 clove garlic, smashed
2 Tbsp cilantro, fresh and chopped roughly
2 c beef stock
1 c water
2/3 c cream
cotija cheese, crumbled, for topping

Steps:

  • 1. Place the peppers under the broiler until they begin to char, turn over and do the same to the other side. Remove to a paper bag and leave until cooled. Then peel the skins off, remove the stems and seeds, and cut into chunks. Place in the soup pot.
  • 2. Add all the rest of the ingredients except the cream and the cheese. Simmer for 1 - 1 1/2 hours.
  • 3. Remove the solids from the pot and place in a blender or food processor, and puree until smooth. Return to the soup pot and simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • 4. Let sit covered until 30 minutes before eating, and stir in the cream, and heat gently. Serve the crumbed cotija on the side at the table.

CAVANAGH'S CREAM OF POBLANO SOUP



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This recipe appeared in the Houston Chronicle years ago and was submitted by a local restaurant, Cavanagh's, in Webster, Texas (a suburb of Houston).

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 corn tortillas, more for garnish
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup onion, finely diced
1/2 cup poblano pepper, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup cooked chicken, chopped
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cut 3 tortillas into ninths, place in food processor and chop until fine. Add flour, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Blend to the consistency of cornmeal.
  • Place oil in stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion, poblano pepper and garlic. Saute until onion is clear.
  • Add butter and let melt.
  • Add tortilla-flour mixture to the pan and mix to form a roux. Cook 4-5 minutes, stirring with a wire whip. Do not let mixture burn.
  • While stirring, slowly add stock, scraping down sides and bottom often.
  • Add half and half. Bring to a slow simmer and cook 7-10 minutes. Do not let soup come to a hard boil.
  • Turn off heat and let cool.
  • Add chicken before serving. Top each serving with shredded cheese and tortilla strips.

CHILLED AVOCADO SOUP WITH ROASTED POBLANO CREAM



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Provided by Cynthia Nims

Yield Makes 14 mini soups

Number Of Ingredients 14

Soup
2 small ripe avocados
2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion, white and pale green portions
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons tequila
Few dashes Tabasco
Salt
Slivered green onion tops, for garnish (optional)
Roasted Poblano Cream
1 poblano chile
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt

Steps:

  • To make the soup, peel, pit, and coarsely chop the avocados. Purée them in a food processor with 1/2 cup of the broth, the green onion, lime juice, and tequila, scraping down the sides as needed. With the motor running, add the remaining broth. Season to taste with Tabasco and salt. Transfer the soup to a large lipped measuring cup or bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • To make the roasted poblano cream, roast the chile under the broiler until the skin blackens, turning occasionally to roast evenly, 10 to 15 minutes total. Put the chile in a plastic bag, securely seal it, and set aside to cool. When the chile is cool enough to handle, peel away and discard the skin. Remove the core and seeds and chop the chile.
  • Put the chopped poblano in the food processor with the sour cream, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Process until very smooth, scraping the sides once or twice. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
  • To serve, pour the avocado soup into tall shot glasses or espresso cups of about 1/4-cup capacity and top each with a small spoonful of the poblano cream. Top the cream with a pinch of green onion slivers and arrange on a tray to serve.

CREAM OF POBLANO SOUP



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Got this recipe from a friend. She says it's a hit at her house every time she makes it and it always gets rave reviews.

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Cream Soups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large potatoes -- peeled and cut into approximately 8 pieces
5 large poblano chiles -- seeded and cut into 1 inch strips
1/2 yellow onion -- coarsely chopped
6 clove garlic -- chopped
1 tablespoon dill -- dried
1 cup water
1 cup milk -- non-fat
1 tablespoon sour cream
3 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup cotija cheese -- crumbled
12 sprig dill -- fresh

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the potatoes, chiles, onion, garlic, dill, and water in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the potatoes are tender. About 30 minutes before serving, remove the potatoes and the chiles from the slow cooker with a slotted spoon, and place in a blender. Discard the remaining ingredients from the slow cooker and rinse out. Add the milk and sour cream to the blender with the potatoes and the chiles. Blend until smooth or desired consistency. Return the mixture to the slow cooker, add the chicken stock, cover and continue to cook on high for another 30 minutes or until the soup is hot. Serve in an individual bowl, sprinkle each with a little crumbled cotija and fresh sprigs of dill, and serve with fresh, hot bread. Makes 6 to 8 servings Recipe Notes The name of this recipe in the book is Crema De Chile Poblano. I changed the name so I could find it in my database. The author says: We first made this delicious soup at cooking school in Mexico. Poblano chiles have a unique, rich flavor that cannot be found in other chiles, which is why they are a favorite to many people in central Mexico. The original recipe called for roasted poblanos, which can take quite some time to prepare, but by making this recipe in the slow cooker, the skins of the chiles soften enough that you don't need to remove them, and they help the soup retain its rich green color. This did not look like the picture in the book. It looked more like it was processed in the food processor rather than the blender. That said, the flavor of this soup is fabulous. This is one recipe NOT TO BE MISSED. Terry says she uses the refrigerated potatoes, the partially cooked ones.If you use the refrigerated potatoes, you don't have to cook them as long as the regular potatoes. And she uses cilantro instead of dill. Also, you can use Greek feta cheese for the Mexican Cotija cheese. Terry Pogue

POBLANO CREAM SOUP



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Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Blender     Chicken     Garlic     Appetizer     New Year's Eve     Spice     Hot Pepper     Winter     Cilantro     Simmer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes about 32 hors d'oeuvre servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds fresh poblano chiles (8 large)
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 whole clove or 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
4 whole allspice or 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 cup mild olive oil
1 medium white onion, chopped (1 cup)
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
3 to 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
Equipment: heatproof shot glasses or espresso cups

Steps:

  • Roast chiles:
  • Roast chiles on their sides on racks of gas burners, 1 or 2 per burner, on medium-high (or on rack of a broiler pan about 2 inches from heat), turning with tongs, until skins are blackened all over, 4 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl, then cover and let stand 20 minutes. Peel chiles, then stem, seed, devein, and coarsely chop.
  • Make soup:
  • Heat spices in oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring, until fragrant and oil begins to simmer, 1 to 2 minutes. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add roasted chiles and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Purée chile mixture with cilantro and 3 cups broth (total) in 2 or 3 batches in a blender until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids), about 2 minutes per batch.
  • Return mixture to cleaned saucepan and add cream. Bring to a simmer, adding more broth to thin if necessary, and season with salt.

CREAM OF POBLANO SOUP



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This recipe was provided many years ago to the Houston Chronicle newspaper by Cavanagh's Restaurant - now no longer in business.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 corn tortillas, more for garnish
2 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 Tbsp canola oil
1/2 c onion, finely diced
1/2 c poblano pepper, finely diced
1/2 tsp garlic, finely chopped
2 Tbsp butter
3 c chicken stock
1/2 c half and half
1/2 c cooked chicken, chopped
1/2 c monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • 1. Cut three tortillas into ninths, place in a food processor and chop until fine. Add flour, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Blend to the consistence of cornmeal.
  • 2. Place oil in stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion, poblano pepper and garlic. Saute until onion is clear. Add butter and let it melt.
  • 3. Add tortilla-flour mixture to the pan and mix to form a roux. Cook 4-5 minutes, stirring with a wire whisk. Do not let mixture burn. While stirring, slowly add stock, scraping down sides and bottom often. Add half and half. Bring to a slow simmer and cook 7-10 minutes. Do not let soup come to a hard boil.
  • 4. Turn off heat and let cool. Add chicken before serving. Top each serving with shredded cheese and tortilla strips.

CREAM OF POBLANO PEPPER SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Pepper

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 Tablespoons butter
1/3 cup diced leeks
1/3 cup diced onions
1/3 cup diced celery
1 1/2 cup diced Poblano pepper
3 Tablespoons flour
3 cups chicken broth
salt and fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 cup light cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan. Add leeks, onion, celery and broccoli. Saute for about 5 minutes over low heat, ensuring the butter does not brown. Sprinkle in flour, mixing well. Add chicken broth slowly, stirring constantly. Cook until it comes to a boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix in thyme, cilantro, and wine. Let simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Puree in small batches in a blender and return to low heat. Add cream before serving and heat through, but do not bring to a boil.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe poblano peppers: Look for peppers that are dark green and have a smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid peppers that are wrinkled or have soft spots.
  • Roast the poblano peppers before using: Roasting brings out the pepper's flavor and makes it easier to peel. To roast the peppers, place them on a baking sheet and broil them for 10-15 minutes, or until the skin is blackened. Once the peppers are roasted, let them cool slightly before peeling and seeding them.
  • Use chicken or vegetable broth: The type of broth you use will depend on your dietary preferences. If you are using chicken broth, make sure it is a low-sodium variety. If you are using vegetable broth, you may want to add a pinch of salt to the soup.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Once the soup is cooked, you can top it with a variety of ingredients, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado, or tortilla chips. You can also garnish the soup with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Conclusion:

Poblano cream soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover poblano peppers. With its creamy texture and smoky flavor, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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