Vegetable-Stuffed Chiles Rellenos  

Cuisine:

Middle Eastern

Meal Type:

Main course

Diet Type:

Non-vegetarian

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Cuisine:

Middle Eastern

Meal Type:

Main course

Diet Type:

Non-vegetarian

Prep Time:

35 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Rest Time:

5 minutes

Total Time:

1 hour 5 minutes

Serves:

6

97 - 101 Kcals

kcal per serving (estimate)

Prep Time:

35 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Rest Time:

5 minutes

Total Time:

1 hour 5 minutes

Servings:

6

Calories Per Serving (estimate):

97 - 101 Kcals

This vegetarian Mexican main course features Indian banana peppers or poblano peppers stuffed with delicious sauteed mushrooms, zucchini, corn and spinach, all mixed with a rich, spiced paneer-based sauce. The stuffed peppers are lightly coated with a Greek yoghurt and whole wheat flour mixture before being baked to golden perfection. To enhance the flavours, a homemade tomato and roasted bell pepper sauce drizzle over the dish, adding a smoky depth. It is perfect for a cosy dinner or a special gathering. The dish is versatile, flavourful, and easily customisable to suit your taste.

Ingredients

  • Banana peppers or poblano peppers   – 6 nos. large

 

For the vegetable filling:

  • Mushrooms, chopped – 1 cup (250g)
  • Zucchini, chopped – 1 no. 
  • Spinach, chopped – 1 cup (250g)
  • Corn kernels – 1 cup (250)
  • Onion – 1 no. small
  • Garlic cloves – 2 nos. 
  • Shredded cheese – ½ cup (125g)
  • Cumin powder – 1 tsp
  • Oregano – ½ tsp
  • Salt and pepper – To taste

 

For sauce to mix with vegetables:

  • Paneer – 250g
  • Curd –  ¼ cup (60g)
  • Milk –  ¼ cup (60g)
  • Paprika powder –  1 tsp
  • Salt – To taste

 

For coating: 

  • Greek yoghurt – ¼ cup (60g)
  • Cornflour – 1 tbsp
  • Whole wheat flour – ½ cup (125g)
  • Salt – ½ tsp
  • Black pepper – ¼ tsp
  • Cumin powder – ½ tsp 

 

For sauce to coat: 

  • Tomatoes, chopped – 2 cups (500g)
  • Onion – 1 no. small
  • Garlic cloves – 2 nos. 
  • Vegetable broth – ½ cup (125ml)

Instructions

  • Place the peppers under the broiler for 5-7 minutes per side until the skin is charred. 
  • Steam it for 10 minutes and peel off the skin and remove the seed by making a slit. 

 

To prepare the filling:

  • In a pan, saute onion and garlic until soft. Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture. 
  • Add zucchini and corn and cook for 3-4 minutes. 
  • Add spinach and cook it well done. 
  • Remove from heat and drain any excess liquid. Cool it and add the paneer sauce to mix well. 

 

Prepare the sauce to mix with the filling:

  • In a blender, add the grated paneer, milk, and curd. Blend it to a smooth paste. 
  • Transfer it to a bowl and add paprika powder and salt. 
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. 

 

Stuff the pepper: 

  • Carefully fill each pepper with vegetable mixture. 
  • Close with toothpicks if needed. 

 

Prepare the coating and baking:

  • Mix Greek yoghurt with corn flour. 
  • In a separate bowl, add the seasoning and whole wheat flour. 
  • Dip the peppers in the yoghurt mixture and then in the flour mixture. 
  • Preheat the oven. 
  • Lightly spray it with olive oil in a baking tray and place the coated peppers.  
  • Bake it at 190°C for 25-30 minutes until golden. Rest for 5 minutes.

 

To make the sauce for coating: 

  • In a pan, saute the onion and garlic until soft. 
  • Add tomatoes, roasted bell peppers and broth; simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. 
  • In a blender, add the thickened mixture and blend until smooth. 
  • In a bowl, add ½ cup of the sauce and place the pepper on top. You can add more sauce on top to cover the pepper.

Healthy Tips & Facts

  • Choose firm, fresh banana peppers or poblano peppers. Poblanos add a slightly smoky flavour and are easier to stuff due to their size. 
  • For a crispier coating, refrigerate the peppers for 15 minutes after coating but before baking. 
  • Roast or char the tomatoes and bell peppers beforehand for a deeper smoky flavour. 
  • Add black beans or kidney beans to increase protein content and add Mexican authenticity.

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