Potato Stuffed Ancho Chiles

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 16

Tasty Potato Stuffed Ancho Chiles Recipe with Manchego Cheese Gratin

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

12g

The Potato Stuffed Ancho Chiles with Manchego Cheese Gratin is a traditional recipe from the Mexican cuisine. This main dish stands out with its combination of fresh ancho chilies, sauteed onions, diced potatoes, and gratin manchego cheese. The dish has a unique flavor profile that ranges from tanginess, to creaminess, and savoryness. It's a hearty and healthy meal that everyone can enjoy as long as you can handle some spice.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Cut the stem off each chile and remove the seeds and veins.
3.	Place the chiles in boiling water with the vinegar for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
4.	In a pan, sautee the onion strings in oil at medium heat for 2 minutes, add the diced potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
5.	Stuff each chile with the potato mixture and sprinkle the grated manchego cheese on top. Place in an oven-proof dish.
6.	Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling.

PROS

Potatoes packed with a bunch of nutrients and benefits, the gratin Manchego cheese provides calcium, and ancho chilies with vitamins A, C and K.

The recipe also promises an exquisite taste with its mixture of the potato’s creaminess, the manchego cheese’s saltiness and the chilies’ tanginess.

CONS

While the recipe is nutritious, it might not be suitable for people on a low-carb diet since the potatoes may cause weight gain and could remain in the digestive system for too long.

The preparation time could also make the dish inconvenient for people with busy schedules.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ancho Chilies provide antioxidants like beta-carotene, which can help combat free radicals that contribute to cellular damage.
Potatoes provide potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure. They are also high in antioxidants and fiber, promoting gut health.
Manchego cheese is a good source of calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.

	12 medium ancho chilies
	3 tablespoons vinegar
	1/2 onion , in thin strands
	4 medium potatoes , cooked and diced
	1 lb grated manchego cheese
	salt and pepper
	cooking oil , for sauteeing