Poblano Rajas

Poblano Rajas is a smoky and flavorful dish featuring sautéed poblano peppers, onions, and cream, making it a perfect low-carb option for a satisfying Keto dinner. This dish is rich in flavor and textures, offering a delightful experience with each bite.

Ingredients

• Poblano peppers - 3 medium
• Yellow onion - 1 medium
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Heavy cream - 120 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Queso fresco - 50 grams, crumbled

Steps

1. Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under a broiler until the skin is blistered and charred. Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes.
2. Once cooled, peel the skin off the poblanos, remove the seeds, and slice them into strips.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Stir in the sliced poblano peppers, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and mix well. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
8. Serve warm, topped with crumbled queso fresco.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 380 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from poblano peppers, which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in healthy fats from heavy cream and olive oil, supporting a ketogenic diet.

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