Description
Rajas con crema brings spicy roasted poblano peppers dancing with creamy richness straight from Mexico’s culinary heart. Sautéed with onions and blended into a smooth, comforting side that makes your dinner table sing with authentic flavor.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups corn kernels
- 1 cup heavy cream
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat until it melts completely and coats the pan surface.
- Tumble ½ cup diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves into the skillet, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until they transform into soft, translucent pieces.
- Add 4 cups fresh corn kernels to the pan along with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon chili powder. Stir thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Cook your corn mixture for 5 minutes, gently stirring every minute to prevent sticking and ensure even heating.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet, mixing carefully to coat all corn kernels with the rich liquid.
- Reduce heat and let your mixture simmer for 10 minutes, watching the cream thicken and blend with the corn’s natural sweetness.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle ¼ cup chopped cilantro across the top for a fresh, bright finish.
Notes
- Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under the broiler until the skin chars and blisters, making them easier to peel.
- Remove the pepper’s skin, seeds, and membranes carefully to reduce heat and create a smoother texture.
- Add a splash of Mexican crema or sour cream at the end for extra richness and tang.
- Serve this dish warm as a perfect side for grilled meats, tacos, or as a delicious vegetarian option with rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg