Chile REllenos de Queso

The chile smells so wonderful roasting. Best made will fresh roasted chiles.

Categories : Main Meal

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs -- separate out yolks
6 large green chiles -- roasted with blow torch, place in plastic bag still steamy then skin
6 slices monterey jack cheese

Slice open on top 1/3rd of chile and remove top seeds. Insert cheese strips and meat into chiles, coat lightly with flour. (So batter will stick)


Preheat an inch or two of oil to 375 F in heavy skillet.

Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry. Beat yolks until thick then slowly add flour mixture and stir to blend well. Gently fold in the egg whites.

Dip the stuffed chiles in the batter. Place in hot oil and fry until golden. Tongs work best to hold an turn them. Drain well on paper towels. Serve piping hot.

Description:
"wonderful"
Cuisine:
"Mexican"
Yield:
"6 "