Jalapeños Rellenos (Stuffed Jalapenos)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2

Jalapeños Rellenos - A Spicy and Flavorful Mexican Appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

170

Sugar

Fat

10g

Jalapeños Rellenos, or stuffed jalapeños, are a popular Mexican appetizer that are filled with a variety of ingredients like cheese, ground beef, or shrimp. They are typically served as a finger food or appetizer for parties or family gatherings. The spiciness of the jalapeños and the creaminess of the filling make them a delicious and satisfying appetizer option. While this recipe uses queso fresco as the cheese filling, feel free to customize this recipe by using your favorite type of cheese or adding in other ingredients like bacon or chorizo. Serve with cooling sour cream or guacamole to balance out the spiciness of the jalapeños.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and take out the seeds.
3.	In a bowl, mix the queso fresco, cilantro, mint, and onion.
4.	Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture.
5.	Place the stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
6.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is easy to make and can be made in advance for easy entertaining.
The spiciness of the jalapeños and the creaminess of the cheese filling make this a flavorful and satisfying appetizer.

CONS

Jalapeños can be very spicy and may not be suitable for those with sensitive taste buds or digestive systems.
The queso fresco filling may not be as traditional as other jalapeño filling options.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Jalapeños contain capsaicin, a compound that is linked with reducing inflammation and aiding in weight loss. The herbs and onions in this recipe also have various health benefits like aiding in digestion and boosting the immune system. However, the high fat content in queso fresco should be taken into consideration when enjoying this dish.

	8 jalapenos
	1/4 lb queso fresco ( fresh Mexican cheese )
	1/2 cup cilantro , chopped
	1/2 cup mint , chopped
	1 small yellow onion , chopped