Chiles en Salsa de Tomate

Chiles en Salsa de Tomate is a vibrant and hearty Mexican dish featuring roasted peppers stuffed with a savory filling, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce. This vegetarian delight bursts with flavor and is perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Poblano peppers - 2 large
• Tomatoes - 400 grams (about 4 medium)
• Onion - 1 small (about 100 grams), chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cheese (queso fresco or similar) - 100 grams, crumbled
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Place the poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are blistered and charred.
3. While the peppers are roasting, prepare the tomato sauce by boiling the tomatoes in water for 5 minutes until soft. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then blend into a smooth puree.
4. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Pour the tomato puree into the skillet with the sautéed onion and garlic. Add the vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.
6. Once the peppers are roasted, transfer them to a bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them steam for 5 minutes. This will help loosen the skins.
7. Peel the skins off the peppers gently, then make a slit down the side of each pepper and remove the seeds carefully.
8. Stuff each pepper with crumbled cheese and sprinkle chopped cilantro inside.
9. Place the stuffed peppers in a serving dish and pour the tomato sauce over them.
10. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• High in fiber from peppers and onions, promoting digestive health.

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