Best Easy Chile Relleno de Picadillo Recipe

Roasted poblano chiles stuffed with seasoned ground beef picadillo, battered, and fried until golden. A protein-packed family favorite served with tomato sauce and Mexican rice.

Cook 55 min Difficulty NORMAL 390 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • poblano peppers 4 pieces
  • ground beef (85% lean) 12 oz
  • yellow onion 0.5 cup
  • Roma tomato 1 pieces
  • golden raisins 2 tbsp
  • slivered almonds 2 tbsp
  • egg 4 pieces
  • all-purpose flour 0.5 cup
  • vegetable oil 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • ground cumin 1 tsp
  • dried oregano 0.5 tsp
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 22 g 23%
Protein 22 g 23%
Fat 22 g 51%
Serving size 260g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Roast the 4 poblano peppers over a gas flame or under a broiler until the skins blister and blacken completely, turning as needed, then place in a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    While the peppers steam, heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté the diced onion 2 minutes, add garlic, then add ground beef, breaking it up and browning until fully cooked.

  3. 3

    Stir in the chopped tomato, raisins, slivered almonds, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 4–5 minutes until the mixture is well combined and moisture has reduced. Cool filling slightly.

  4. 4

    Gently peel the skin from the steamed poblanos, make a slit, carefully remove seeds, then stuff each chile with an even amount of the picadillo mixture.

  5. 5

    Separate egg whites and yolks; beat whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in yolks. Lightly coat filled chiles with flour, dip into the egg batter, and fry in 1/2 cup hot oil on medium heat, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The signature elements are poblano peppers and seasoned ground beef. Roasted poblanos provide a mildly spicy, smoky backbone, while the beef filling—rounded out with onion, tomato, raisins, and almonds—defines the savory-sweet flavor profile that makes chile relleno de picadillo distinctive.
Q. What is the most important cooking tip for success?
Proper heat control during frying is crucial. After stuffing and coating, fry the chiles in moderately hot oil (medium heat) and avoid high temperatures, which burn the batter before cooking through. Fry 2–3 minutes per side for a crisp, golden crust while maintaining a tender interior.
Q. How can I avoid soggy or undercooked chiles?
Make sure the picadillo filling is not too wet by sautéing until most moisture has evaporated. Dry the skinned poblanos before stuffing. When battering and frying, coat in flour and egg evenly, and fry in batches to avoid lowering the oil temperature. Drain thoroughly on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Q. How many calories and protein are there per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 390 kcal and 22g of protein. This provides a balanced macronutrient profile with 22g of fat and 22g of carbohydrates, making it a protein-packed option for hearty meals.
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