Poblano peppers are a relatively mild chile pepper that come mainly from Mexico. Although mild, they can at times, have a great deal of heat to them. Once the poblano pepper ripens completely, there is a great deal of heat.
The Poblano can be used in various ways. They can be fried, dried and made into sauces. Not everyone can handle the heat of the pepper once it has ripened, however, there are many great ways to use the poblano peppers in everyday cooking.
Is Poblano Pepper Hotter than Jalapeno?
The poblano pepper is generally not as hot as the jalapeno pepper. However, there can be some variation in the heat level of different poblano peppers and different jalapeno peppers.
What does Poblano Taste Like?
The taste of poblano peppers is described as having a rich, slightly smoky flavor with a mild to medium level of heat. They are considered to be one of the milder chili peppers, and have a bit of sweetness to balance out the heat. They are considered to be less spicy than jalapenos and more flavorful than bell peppers.
What is Another Name for Poblano?
Another name for poblano pepper is Ancho pepper. When dried and smoked, Poblano pepper is known as Ancho pepper. They are used in many Mexican dishes for their smoky and fruity flavor, and are considered as one of the staples of Mexican cuisine.
So, we have finished with our not-so-short introduction, and now we move on to the list of great recipes with these peppers:
1. Stuffed Poblano Peppers
With so many variations of stuffed Poblano peppers, there is none that will match the taste of this Mexican inspired version.
Stuffed with turkey, healthy rice and black beans, you will enjoy a tasty and healthier version.
2. Quesadillas with Poblano Cream Sauce
This is the ultimate quesadilla recipe that is made with poblano cream sauce. These are the perfect quesadilla to serve as an appetizer for those that enjoy the pull of a great cheese.
3. Poblano Guacamole Recipe with Lemon
A Guacamole this good should not be kept for just one dish. Use this tasty and unique twist of a recipe to put on steak or chicken, you can even use it with shrimp. However, the usual items are still meant to be used as a base for this yummy guacamole and lemon sauce.
4. Seafood Stuffed Poblano Peppers
When you serve this dish to friends and family, they are going to be insisting that this is a Five-star restaurant meal.
These seafood stuffed peppers are filled with a creamy sauce that will have you coming back for more. The key to this dish is to roast the peppers before stuffing them.
5. Fresh Corn and Roasted Poblano Pepper Pudding
A scrumptious dish made with fresh off the ear corn, chopped Poblano peppers in a super creamy cream cheese sauce.
This is another perfect dish where it will taste best if you roast the peppers before chopping to use them in this dish.
6. Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers
For those that choose to not eat meat, or live a vegetarian style of life to improve their health, this is a dish that will give them all the flavor of a great stuffed Poblano without meat.
Covered with cheese and allowing for a complete meal in one simple dish.
7. Roasted Chili Corn Salsa
There is absolutely no reason to head to the store to pick up a jar of salsa. When you can make fresher salsa at home. The ingredients in this Salsa make for a savory blend of deliciousness.
You will find better flavor in this than you will find in any restaurant. This is one of those recipes that you can make as spicy or mild as you want.
8. Chicken Poblano
I have a creamy rice dish for you that is going to keep you aching for this dish quite often. This dish can easily be turned into a one dish meal or make it enough to feed a crowd. The flavor is outstanding and the Risotto makes it even better.
9. Creamy Chicken Poblano Soup
A soup that is loaded with layers of flavors that just do not end. There is corn, golden potatoes, sour cream, cream and spices. Topped with tortilla strips, there is just nothing like this soup.
Soups are the perfect meal for the chilly evenings coming around. Again, it is best to roast the peppers for flavor enhancement.
10. Chorizo Chili
A step above your ordinary chili. Layers of flavors that will make your tastebuds so happy. Chili is one of those foods that has so many different varieties that you can make.
This is the one you just may stick with for the whole season. Chorizo sausage is what makes this a perfect dish, paired with pinto beans and all the good stuff that makes up chili, this is the one you want.
11. Pizza with Pepperoni Poblano and Hot Honey
When you combine pepperoni with roasted poblanos and melted cheese, you have one of the best-tasting pizzas ever!
The poblano with the pepperoni combines to makes such a unique flavor. Throw on some hot honey and this is a pizza made in heaven.
12. Poblano Pepper and Cheese Tamales
This recipe will give you a lighter version of some of your favorites. Tamales have hundreds of ways in which to be made. A minor tip is to soak the corn husks for a bit of time.
The filling is simply poblano chili slices and cheese. There is nothing more needed, except just a few simple ingredients and the love of a great food. These will give you the type of tamale that you did not know that you yearn for.
13. Eggplant/Brinjal with Poblano Peppers
Eggplant is a food that will absorb any flavor that is added to it. In this case, when you make a classic Indian dish with Curry and other savory flavors, the eggplant or Brinjal is going to soak up those flavors.
Actually this dish is a combination of Indian cuisine and mostly Asian ingredients.
14. Cheesy Pork Chorizo Enchiladas
Enchiladas are a true Mexican meal and it does not get any better than when you add Roasted poblano peppers and some much loved Chorizo to the enchilada.
There is nothing completely different about these enchiladas, Chorizo and Mexican Pork Sausage would be the flavors in an enchilada that you do not want to pass up.
15. Pico de Gallo Recipe
Store-bought salsa is nothing when you have tried this homemade pico de gallo recipe. You will not go back to the hum drum or boring salsa ever again.
Fresh salsa or Pico de Gallo has a taste like no other, it cannot be matched by any big name brand. This recipe includes Poblano peppers, and it is highly suggested to roast the peppers first for an extra pop of flavor.
16. Roasted Poblano Corn Dip
A poblano chili pepper with corn dip that tops all other dips.
The poblano pepper gives a boost of flavor that mixes with the sweet corn and tastes like heaven. You will find that this dip is so cheesy and creamy, with the perfect amount of spice and savory.
17. Vegan Poblano Macaroni and Cheese
A plant based main dish that could become a weekly routine meal. The mac and cheese is loaded with flavor and the great poblano pepper is part of that. You also have the texture and taste of cashew and potato. This is definitely Holiday quality food!
18. Smoky Sweet Baked Pasta with Butternut Squash and Poblano Peppers
This is a classic dish filled with savory flavors. Sage and butternut squash combined with a smoky flavor of Poblano peppers. You up the flavor by roasting the peppers before using them. No one can resist this dish.
19. Roasted Poblano Chicken Sandwich
Slightly spicy, savory with chicken and bacon, provolone cheese all to make the perfect chicken sandwich. Just a few ingredients that will send your taste buds flying, complete with smoky and roasted poblano peppers and a smoky maple bacon.
20. Roasted Creamy Poblano Soup
Poblano peppers are the star of this fantastic recipe. Made with assorted vegetables, this soup comes out super creamy and tasty.
Poblano peppers are a mild pepper, reasonably low on the Scoville chart. If you like more spice, use a riper poblano pepper to up that level. Of course, be sure to roast the peppers before adding them to the soup.
21. Roasted Poblano Skillet Potatoes
This recipe is actually quite easy to make. Start by boiling your potatoes to soften them slightly. Roast the poblanos with Olive Oil rubbed on them.
Be sure to remove the seeds and skin before adding them to the skillet with the remaining ingredients. Add the potatoes, onions and other ingredients. Smother the mix with a super savory and creamy sauce.
22. Roasted Poblano Corn Chowder
Corn chowder is one of those soups that can be eaten as a main course. Some would say that it is typically a bland soup.
For those people, I highly recommend adding roasted poblano peppers. When combined with the corn, onion and potatoes, this soup is hearty and filling.
23. Roasted Poblano Cilantro Sauce
This roasted poblano pepper sauce can be used as a dip, as a sauce and drizzled on so many types of foods. Beef, chicken and seafood, vegetables and even crusty breads for a fondue.
The roasted poblano chili peppers take this sauce and dip up a notch higher than even the fancy restaurants.
24. Salmon With Roasted Poblano Salsa
Salmon is one of the healthiest seafoods you can eat. Some are turned away by the strong flavor, but when combined with a poblano pepper salsa, there is no comparison for this dish.
Capers turn this salsa into a smoky flavored salsa that is really flavorful on all types of foods.
25. Smoked Sausage and Poblano Chowder
Cold weather is not that far away. Time to line up the favorite recipes to make soups that are warming, filling and delicious!
Smoked sausage combined with roasted poblano peppers can not be matched with any other type of chowder. This is going to become a favorite for your place and mine.
26. Poblano Rice
This recipe is going to allow the lowly poblano pepper to show what it really does for food. Within the rice, the poblano is a stand-alone ingredient whose flavor pops out with every bite you take.
This is a simple dish with not so simple flavor! Go ahead and enjoy this one as often as you want!
27. Tuna Crudo with Charred Leek, Poblano Pepper, Cumin Aïoli and Pepitas
This is a dish that is the perfect start to summer. A combination of Tuna Steak with poblano peppers, pepitas and aioli. All these together make for a flavor that bursts in your mouth. A true blend of textures and flavors that fit perfectly together.
28. Rajas Con Crema
A delicious soup made with slightly spicy Mexican poblano peppers in combination with corn, cream and cheese. The sauce is smooth and creamy.
This dish can also be used as a filling for tacos or burritos, this can be made as part of any meal and it will change it from a simple meal to an extraordinary meal.
29. Vegan Rajas Con Crema
This is a creamy dish that is savory and delicious. It is made with roasted peppers, onions and garlic. Then you will make a creamy sauce to blend with the ingredients.
This is not a heavy sauce, and just enough to coat lightly and add the flavor of the poblano pepper.
30. Easy Roasted Salsa Verde
A delicious Salsa Verde made with super tasty poblanos, tomatillos and garlic, with cilantro, shallots and combined with roasted jalapeno peppers.
This is going to be the best Salsa Verde that you have ever tasted, with the freshest flavors.