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Poblano Cream Sauce

Creamy Poblano Cream Sauce to Elevate Your Dishes

Poblano Cream Sauce is a creamy, smoky sauce perfect for enhancing any dish, from tacos to breakfast eggs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • ½ pieces Onion Rough chopped; try shallots for milder option
  • 3 pieces Poblano Peppers About 1 pound; Anaheim peppers can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • ¼ cup Flour A gluten-free flour blend works well
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Coconut cream can be used for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Peeled; garlic powder can be used
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper Season according to liking

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • airtight container

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare poblano peppers by slicing them in half and removing seeds. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place seasoned poblano halves and onion on a baking sheet skin-side up and roast for approximately 30 minutes.
  3. After roasting, transfer the peppers and onions to a sealed container for about 10 minutes to steam.
  4. In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and whisk in flour to create a roux, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Slowly add chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps, and simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
  6. Blend the roasted peppers, onion, sour cream, garlic, cumin, and roux until smooth.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving over your favorite dishes.
  8. Enjoy your Poblano Cream Sauce as a drizzle or dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adaptable for gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Add lime juice or spices for extra flavor.

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