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Stuffed Chile |
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Ingredients
for 5 servings:
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup (1 small) chopped onion
1 cup (1 small) chopped red, green or yellow bell pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 1/2 cups (24-oz. jar) red sause (tomatoes, fresh onions, fresh green bell
peppers, garlic and mild jalapeños)
1/2 cup water
1 Chicken Bouillon Cube
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
Chiles;
14 oz. each Green Chiles
8 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1 x 2-inch strips
3 eggs, separated
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil
Preparation:
Sause;
Heat vegetable oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell
pepper and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes or until
onion is tender. Stir in salsa, water, bouillon, bay leaves, cinnamon and
oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook for 10 to 15 minutes or
until flavors are blended. Remove bay leaves and cinnamon stick pieces.
Chiles;
Stuff each chile (being careful not to break skins) with cheese. Beat egg
whites in small mixer bowl until stiff peaks form. Whisk egg yolks in small
bowl until creamy. Fold egg yolks and flour into egg whites until just combined.
Add vegetable oil to 1-inch depth in medium skillet; heat over
high heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Dip chiles in batter until well coated. Place
in oil; fry, turning frequently with tongs, until golden brown. Remove from
skillet; place on paper towels to soak. Serve with the sauce.
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