"Chiles Rellenos Stuffed with Mexican Queso is pure classic Mexican comfort food. An all-time favorite at our house for many, many years...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 lbs fresh ripe tomatoes (chopped, or 1 28 oz. can of whole tomatoes, with juice)
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1 cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock, or water)
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1/4 cup chopped white onion
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2 large garlic cloves (rough chop)
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1 tbsp distilled white vinegar
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp dried Mexican oregano*
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1 1/4 tsp Kosher salt
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2 tbsp corn oil
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*available in most supermarkets (specialty food stores, or Mexican markets. Regular oregano can be used in, too.)
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4 large fresh poblano chilis (about 1 lb)
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1/2 lb Asadero (Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated)
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4 large eggs (separated)
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1 & 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (divided)
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2 to 3 cups corn oil (or vegetable oil, for frying)