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Delicious Mexican Chili Relleno Balls served on a plate

Mexican Chili Relleno Balls

A delightful twist on a traditional dish, these balls feature crispy outer shells filled with gooey cheese and tasty poblano peppers, perfect for snacks, appetizers, or main courses.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces poblano peppers
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes (or cooked rice)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Roast the poblano peppers until the skin is charred.
  2. Peel the charred skin off the peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. In a bowl, mix the shredded cheese and the mashed potatoes (or cooked rice) until combined.
  4. Stuff each roasted pepper with the cheese mixture.
  5. Shape the stuffed peppers into balls.
Cooking
  1. Deep fry the balls in hot oil until golden brown.

Notes

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce like salsa or sour cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To regain crispness when reheating, use the oven.