Rajas con queso is a traditional Mexican dish that combines the flavors of poblano peppers, cheese, and a creamy sauce. It is a popular dish to serve at gatherings and celebrations, and it can be made with a variety of ingredients and spices to suit any taste. Whether you are looking for a vegetarian option or a cheesy and flavorful main course, rajas con queso is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
RAJAS CON QUESO (PEPPERS WITH CHEESE)
Make and share this Rajas Con Queso (Peppers With Cheese) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lik2fish
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic; saute 1 minute.
- Add bell peppers and poblanos; saute until tender, about 12 minutes.
- Add green onions; saute until tender, about 4 minutes.
- Add cheese and simmer until cheese melts.
- Stir in cilantro.
- Season with salt and pepper.
RAJAS CON QUESO
A very, very simple dish to make that is very difficult to stop eating. The spiciness of the peppers, sweetness of the corn, and the creamy cheesiness pair together perfectly. Can be used in place of a protein in most any Mexican dish.
Provided by Brian Genest
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican Main Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut peppers and onion into strips about 2 inches long and 1/2-inch thick.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and saute peppers, onion, and corn until tender and starting to char, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Mix in Monterey Jack cheese, cotija cheese, and crema and cook until melted into a creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 55.4 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 304.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
CREAMY POBLANO PEPPER STRIPS (RAJAS)
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings (or 2 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Char the poblano chiles directly over the gas flame on the stove or under the broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in a plastic bag and let steam for about 10 minutes.
- Add the oil to a heavy large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Set aside.
- Peel and seed the chiles. Cut the chiles into 1/4 to 1/2-inch strips (rajas) and add the strips to the onion and corn mixture and saute until the corn is tender, about 5 minutes. Add the heavy cream and Mexican crema and cook until bubbling, about for 8 minutes. Add the cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Season the rajas with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving dish and serve.
RAJAS CON QUESO
Steps:
- Roast the chilies over an open flame or on a griddle until blackened but not charred. Wrap the chilies in a towel and place them in a plastic bag for about 10 minutes. Remove the chilies and with the help of a kitchen towel rub the skins off. The chilies should be firm. Cut them in 1/2-inch strips discarding all the seeds and the ribs. Do not rinse them. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chilies and the onions at the same time. Stir often. When everything is soft add all the sour cream and the chicken bouillon granules to taste. When the cream is hot turn off the burner and add the cheese. Cover immediately. Enjoy with warm tortillas and white rice.
RAJAS CON QUESO
I got this from Calling all Cooks on the Food Network, courtsey of Cynthia Garcia. This is an awesome recipe. So good. I think it is intended to be a meal in itself, but I use as a side dish. Serving size listed is as a side dish not main meal.
Provided by pines506
Categories Peppers
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Roast the chilies over an open flame or on a griddle until blackened but not charred.
- Wrap the chilies in a towel and place them in a plastic bag for about 10 minutes.
- Remove the chilies and with the help of a kitchen towel rub the skins off.
- The chilies should be firm.
- Cut them in 1/2 inch strips discarding all the seeds and the ribs.
- Do not rinse them.
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chilies and the onions at the same time.
- Stir often.
- When everything is soft add all the sour cream and the chicken bouillon granules.
- When the cream is hot, turn off the burner and add the cheese.
- Cover immediately until cheese melts.
RAJAS CON CREMA, ELOTE, Y QUESO (CREAMY POBLANO PEPPERS AND SWEET CORN)
Roasted poblano peppers and sweet corn kernels simmered in a sauce made with cream and Mexican cheese. A deliciously easy Mexican staple.
Provided by Ainé
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 1h33m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and add poblano peppers. Brush peppers with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.
- Roast poblano peppers in the preheated oven for 20 minutes; flip and continue roasting until skin is charred and flesh is soft, about 20 minutes more.
- Place roasted peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap; let steam for 10 to 15 minutes. Carefully remove plastic wrap and peel the skins from the peppers and remove seeds and stems. Cut peppers into strips.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil; cook corn kernels until soft, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Add poblano pepper strips and corn; season with chicken bouillon granules and cook for 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in cream and manchego cheese; simmer until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 674 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
Tips:
- Choose the right type of peppers. Poblano peppers are the traditional choice for rajas con queso, but you can also use Anaheim or bell peppers.
- Roast the peppers until they are blistered and charred. This will help to bring out their flavor.
- Let the peppers cool slightly before handling them. This will make them easier to peel and cut.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the peppers into thin strips.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the peppers. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Cook the peppers over medium heat until they are tender but still have a slight crunch.
- Add the cheese and stir until it is melted and combined with the peppers.
- Serve the rajas con queso immediately with warm tortillas, rice, or beans.
Conclusion:
Rajas con queso is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover peppers and cheese. This dish is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your family. With its smoky, cheesy flavor, rajas con queso is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give rajas con queso a try. You won't be disappointed!
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