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Poblano Strips with Onions and Cream (Rajas Con Crema)
Bon Appetit

2 pounds fresh poblano chiles (about 8)
1 medium white onion (about 8 ounces)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup creme fraiche or heavy cream

Directions:
Roast and peel chilies. Wearing rubber gloves, cut chilies into 1/3 inch thick strips. Halve onion lengthwise and cut each half lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices.

In a heavy skillet, cook onion in oil over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chilies and salt to taste, and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Add creme fraiche or cream and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

Can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Reheat before serving.

Makes enough as an accompaniment for 32 tacos.

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