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A vibrant bowl of chile relleno soup featuring roasted green peppers stuffed with melted cheese, topped with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of creamy sauce, surrounded by colorful ingredients on a rustic wooden table.

Spicy Chile Relleno Soup for Cozy Nights

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A hearty, flavorful soup featuring roasted green peppers filled with cheese and immersed in a spicy tomato broth, garnished with cilantro.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 large poblano peppers
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roast poblano peppers until charred, then let cool and peel off skins.
  2. Carefully make a slit in each pepper and stuff with shredded cheese.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large pot; sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
  5. Slice the stuffed peppers and add to the soup; simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute bell peppers for poblano for a milder flavor.
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese and vegetable broth.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 220 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg