Poblano Cream Sauce Recipes

4-INGREDIENT ROASTED POBLANO CREAM SAUCE - RECIPE

Steps:

• Slice the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides. Remove the stems. Set them onto a baking sheet and bake them at 350 degrees 20-30 minutes, or until the skins char and bubble. You can also broil them about 12-15 minutes to the same effect.
• Remove from heat and place them into a paper bag or plastic baggie. The heat will steam them and loosen the skins.
• Peel away the skins and place the roasted peppers into a food processor with the remaining ingredients.
• Process until nice and smooth.
• Adjust for salt and serve as desired.

POBLANO CREAM SAUCE

Steps:

• Roast Poblano Chilis on a rack or on a gas burner, or broil until charred. Put peppers in paper bag-let them sweat for 15 minutes. Peel and remove seeds and ribs. Chop 2 peppers coarsely and set aside. Save other 2 for garnish. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add Garlic and Onion and saute til onion browns. About 4-5 minutes. Stir in broth and cream. Boil and reduce heat and simmer until the sauce begins to thicken about 5 minutes. Stir in chopped chilis and simmer 1 minute. Puree in blender. Return sauce to skillet, add salt and pepper to taste and keep warm. Use cilantro chopped as garnish.

CHICKEN WITH POBLANO CREAM SAUCE

Steps:

• Roast the chile over a gas burner or under the broiler, until charred all over. Wrap in a paper towel; steam for 5 minutes. Rub off the skin; remove the seeds and ribs. Chop coarsely.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; add the onion and garlic; cook until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the chile and cream. 3 Purée in a blender; add water if too thick. Season with salt and pepper.
• Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining tablespoon canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until it is golden and the juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Serve with the sauce.