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Creamy Poblano Sauce

Creamy Poblano Sauce: Unlock Bold Flavors Today!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Roasting and Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and flavorful sauce made with roasted poblano peppers, perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium poblano peppers
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roast the poblano peppers on a baking sheet until the skin is charred, about 20 minutes.
  3. Remove the peppers from the oven and place them in a bowl covered with plastic wrap to steam for 10 minutes.
  4. Peel the charred skin off the peppers, remove the seeds, and chop them.
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
  6. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  7. Stir in the chopped poblano peppers, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  8. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  9. Blend the sauce until smooth, then serve warm.

Notes

  • This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer peppers.
  • Great for drizzling over tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg