6largeají amarillo peppers or poblano peppersroasted, peeled, and seeds removed
1lbLean ground beef (450 g)
1mediumred onionfinely chopped
3garlic clovesminced
1tspcumin
1tablespoonají amarillo pastefor a mild heat and a touch of Peruvian flavor
1cupcooked quinoa
½cupcorn kernelsfresh or frozen
½cupblack oliveschopped
1cupqueso frescocrumbled
½cupfresh cilantrochopped
¼cupfresh parsleychopped
3largeeggs
1cupmilk 2%
1cupcottage cheese low fat
3/4cupplain 2% Greek yogurt
Salt and pepperto taste
1tablespoonolive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
Roast the poblano or ají amarillo peppers**: Roast them over an open flame or under a broiler until the skin is charred. Place the peppers in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for 10 minutes. Peel off the skin, then cut a slit down the side to remove the seeds.
Prepare the filling: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and translucent.
Add the ground beef, cooking until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
Stir in the ají amarillo paste and cumin, cooking for another 2 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Add the cooked quinoa, corn kernels, chopped olives, and half of the cilantro and parsley. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Gently fold in the crumbled queso fresco.
Assemble the casserole: In the greased casserole dish, lay the roasted peppers flat in a single layer.
Evenly distribute the filling over the peppers, pressing down slightly to pack it in.
Prepare the custard topping: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and Greek yogurt. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Pour the custard mixture over the entire casserole, making sure it covers the filling evenly.
Bake the casserole: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is slightly golden.
Serve: Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with the remaining cilantro and parsley for a fresh touch.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Chile Relleno Casserole with a Peruvian Twist
Amount per Serving
Calories
393
% Daily Value*
Fat
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
160
mg
53
%
Sodium
633
mg
28
%
Potassium
877
mg
25
%
Carbohydrates
25
g
8
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
10
g
11
%
Protein
35
g
70
%
Vitamin A
1325
IU
27
%
Vitamin C
138
mg
167
%
Calcium
277
mg
28
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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