Rick Bayless Chiles Rellenos

[@JKenjiLopezAlt]

These are my absolute favorite.

[@UltraGamerJay]

Sup Kenji ✌

[@xplmr1]

After just watching your version a few days ago and then following up with ordering Chilis Rellenos for dinner, I guess we're having Chilis Rellenos again tonight. The craving is too strong to resist.

[@octopede]

Rick hits me in my Chef John spot, just that calm, friendly reassurance. I imagine hanging out with both of them would be like meeting Santa.

[@esrevinu.]

Kenji just stopping by to show some love haha,... my fav, as well.

[@rickbayless]

@@esrevinu. Love it!

[@ghw7192]

When a local Mexican restaurant changed ownership, the quality of the food plummeted. I ordered a dish with a chili relleno and what I received was a pile of mush with a sliver of bell pepper on top. I have not been back, so I am delighted to find Rick's presentation. I have been following his show on PBS since the early 2000s and have several of his cookbooks and I trust him. Thank you!

[@mikedipeppino2248]

My Italian mother learned the Oaxaca-style to perfection. Restaurants couldn’t come close to home. What a labor of love.

[@anthonyvaldez6892]

Rick all I can say is my parents were from Mexico City my mother couldn't cook anything when they got married But I'll tell you what after I came along she was an excellent cook and real estate entrepreneur and I just want you to know that your recipes are the most authentic That I have ever Had the pleasure of making And it takes me back to my childhood Thank you for all the hard work you put in to make these recipes available to us keep up the good work 👏

[@pilarsabre9475]

A twist to the tomato sauce for the Chiles Rellenos and also Tortitas de papa capeadas , is to add a pinch of sugar, and cinamon it makes the whole difference . My mom did it like this . I love your enthusiasm for the mexican food , as a mexican I have not found any flaw on your recipes . You are very thoughtful and have all the little details and ingredients . Congratulations . Our cuisine is so rich and varied .

[@skatingcanuck9837]

I think Rick was Mexican in a past life. His passion and mad respect for Mexican cuisine oozes through all his recipes and videos.

[@suratiivey9142]

I like a good pinch of cinnamon in my sauce as well.

[@MarioGomez-xc4yc]

👍🇲🇽🏁

[@adamblackman6660]

I put a a fire roasted Serrano and a clove or two of garlic in the blender, for that heat! But to each their own. Spot on Rick! Gracias Maestro!

[@beatricebrown8221]

I spent 15 years in Arizona's Sonoran desert and learned so many Mexican dishes, but this is my absolute favorite. El Charro' is one of the most authentic restaurants in Tucson.

[@billthebutcher2]

Yes, I lived in Tucson for 16 years, El Charro is awesome!

[@NewtonHamming]

@@billthebutcher2 I have el charro in Michigan and it’s not really authentic

[@billthebutcher2]

@@NewtonHamming they are not related

[@terrylynnwarner-hurst8230]

I have lived in Tucson all my life (75 years of it). El Charro and Mi Nidito are my favorite. By the way Mi Nidito has been sold. I hope the new owners keep the same menu.

[@Arizonawatercolors]

I am 😂from green valley. Love Mexican food. Thank you for the tip.

[@terrylynnwarner-hurst8230]

My mother made her Chiles Rellenos, Oaxacan style. Our neighbor was from Oaxaca and she taught her how to make them. We happen to like the Anaheim chili stuffed with Jack and Colby cheese. Sometimes I stuff with pepper jack just to be different. Thank you for sharing these two techniques for making Chili Rellenos. Muy delicioso.

[@rgoodsan]

Similar style to Mew Mexico

[@MLFranklin]

One of my favorite foods. When I first discovered them they became my measure of quality for new Mexican restaurants. If they did this difficult thing well, everything else was probably well made, too.

[@lolaottinger6976]

Most of my family members and me judge a Mexican restaurant on their salsa, salsa not good, then we don’t think anything else will be.

[@prestonroberts2941]

I have that exact same standard. :D

[@kathydebernardo3459]

I totally agree. The worst Mexican restaurants leave the seeds in the chiles. 😩

[@loboheeler]

Chili Rellenos are my base test for a new restaurant. Easy to screw these things up. The batter shown here is way too thick for my tastes. The sauce for the entrees is very important too. I like rich chile based sauce, and not tomato based. I spent most of my life in the Southwest, and am very picky. Rick seems to not like much spice, and would run screaming at the hotness of Texas or New Mexico food!

[@leopoldoorozco6518]

I am sure they are delicious but that's too much work!!! I feel tired just by watching the video.

[@rogerhuber3133]

I lived in Texas for 40+ years and became accustomed to Mexican food. I also became a fan of Rick's various TV shows. I love his enthusiasm and techniques. He always explains things and why you need to do them. probably the best chef out there.

[@voz5585]

I couldn’t agree more! 👍

[@joannaedwards6325]

Nah. Master Chef Jacques Pepin is (imo) numero uno. Rick is #2. Lo siento..... Not gonna argue.😊

[@jpallen719]

I used to eat at a place in Hilo Hawaii called Ruben‘s Mexican Restaurant , the owner was Ruben he was from Mexico City and this is how he used to do chili Relleno’s I believe it is the only way to do them. It’s so simple but not many people can do it right. Rick Bayless always hits the mark👌🏻

[@kippywylie]

I love these, and throughout our 35 years of marriage, my cooking of chiles rellenos has always been the evening associated with romantic closeness. Your video is helpful for me because traditionally I will dirty every pot, pan, bowl and utensil in the entire kitchen

[@jmercado2964]

I have always made rellenos with Hatch New Mexico green chiles, as my mother and grandmother did. We use basically the same recipe as you with cheese but we also add raw chopped onions to the stuffing. We use New Mexico green chiles which we roast and peel. Instead of the tomato sauce we use Hatch New Mexico red chiles to make a smooth, spicy or mild, red chile sauce or using Hatch New Mexico Green chiles we make a smooth, spicy or mild, green chile sauce. Either sauce is delicious. Loved watching this video!

[@mjp8494]

Yes. Being from New Mexico and having lived near Hatch, they're the best. However there's no comparison to fire roasting IMO.

[@sosumi_rogue]

These were LEGENDARY at the Frontera Grill. You had to wait in line before the restaurant opened if you wanted to stand a chance of getting one before they ran out. Went there in the late 80's GREAT FOOD!

[@ingridugarteche4301]

I just made this! Omg! Thank you for all the techniques! Before, in the past, my rellenos were a disaster 😢😂 I never used flour 🤦🏻‍♀️ I love you!! You’re one of my favorite chefs!!

[@zenaidagarcia1585]

Yes! It was so difficult to coat them for me before watching this video. Adding flour to the batter👌🏾👌🏾

[@lissuga516]

@@zenaidagarcia1585 right! thank God for you tube!

[@praisehisawesomename]

Rick, that you so much for posting AND thank you for your many years of dedication to encouraging us to make these beautiful dishes from Mexico!

[@paulbillingslea4848]

I always use the freezing method then finishing in the oven after frying. I thought I was cheating, nice to know it's your method as well, make me feel respectable about doing it that way.

[@Denise23451]

I’ve been making Chile rellenos for more then 25 years, they are absolutely my favorite!!!! You seriously just taught me so many new tricks! Thank you!

[@marydawkins4190]

I've been working on making Chile rellenos for decades bc they're my all time favorite Mexican dish. This video has helped me a lot! I love the idea of the batter being all the 3 things together. All other recipes will call for dipping the Chile 3 x. And I love the tip of freezing them a bit before hand. Great ideas and I can't wait to made some again soon.

[@lauraapotter7911]

Love the way you explain and give background info. My Mexican mama has always made it very similar but to serve she reheats the battered Chile in the heated sauce for a few minutes on each side. Not to long so the batter stays in tackt. I prefer it this way. The egg batter soaks up the tomato sauce. Also we always add garlic to any sauce or salsa.. love the way you respect the traditional Mexican cuisine ❤❤

[@MrTah456]

Chef Bayless, thankyou for the video! My first paying job was at a Mexican restaurant in Southern California in the early 70's. While they called me a cook all I pretty much did was plate and heat the dishes in the oven before service. The Chile relleno we served were prepared by older ladies in the mornings before the resturant would open. In preparing for service we floated a few at a time in a large pan with sauce. The chilies used were Anaheim with a slice of a mild cheddar cheese inserted into the chile before dipping into the egg batter. The sauce we floated the rellenos in was unlike anything I've seen/tasted since. The sauce was tan colored with copious amounts of ring sliced onions and was of a color pretty much matching the lightly colored fried relleno. The sauce was not tomato based. I know the cook was from Tijuana, Mexico and thinking it was perhaps a regional thing I have sought out and have asked others from the area if they were aware of the sauce, the answer so far has been no. I'm wondering if this was perhaps an Americanized version for the sauce. Are you aware of the sauce I'm speaking of? Can you point me in the direction to find such a recipe?

[@sciencelabvideosl7558]

Was the sauce creamy or watery?

[@MrTah456]

@@sciencelabvideosl7558 Watery

[@poolerboy]

Yeah that sounds Americanized. I’ve eaten something like that but only in the states.

[@skipdalu5805]

Here's why I love this channel: "The oil's already hot"- so why not blister the skins in it? (Why didn't I think of that about 3 tries ago??? I've been using the broiler.) I strain the oil and keep it in the fridge. That's another one that I should've thought-of. All Rick's experience leads him to express these pearls of wisdom that accomplished beginners, like me, would have to give a lot of thought to. Rick explains why things work, or won't work, alternative methods and ingredients included. Another big thanks! (Now if I could only find a Mexican Grocer in Metro Phoenix- Google isn't much help- now I have to ask some Mexican friends).

[@maggie4003]

I’ve used your recipe for years and it’s always a joy. I seem to recall that the sauce recipe in at least one of your books calls for a hint of cinnamon and touch of Mexican oregano - both of which make the flavor just a little more complex.

[@butchhastings2945]

Best cooking show on KZbin. Love all his little details for us to be successful cooking his recipes. Such a nice guy.

[@lisabeaulieu2621]

Thank you, Rick! I just discovered you recently. I was on my porch cleaning jalepenos, aji, Anaheim and poblanos wondering if I could even dare to make rellenos. Your video is today's evidence that there is a God and he loves me :) THANK you!

[@GpD79]

Love this comment.

[@joannaedwards6325]

Plus above and beyond God's love is The Holy Spirit's sense of humor. Aren't we Believers blessed? Hope we get Mexican food in The Afterlife. 😋

[@alejandravelazquez1684]

Easiest way to peel the Chile after blistering them is to put them inside a sealed plastic bag, that is to sweat them…. By doing that., the skin becomes lose faster! Everything else was done gracefully and those chiles look very appealing! Felicidades 👩‍🍳

[@robertlewis5439]

This brought back memories of my mom making chile rellenos. She'd use canned chiles, stuff them with long sticks of Monterey jack, shallow-fry them with an egg coat. Fried eggs, chiles, cheese and tomato sauce is a winning combination, regardless of technique.

[@rb2287]

More often than not, the Poblano chilies are not hot. Sometimes, you will get a batch that for what ever reason, they are spicy hot. If you like the spicy hotness, try adding some sliced Jalapeño to the tomato sauce this will give it a new kick. When I make them, I make the sauce a bit more watery (more broth) and drop the Rellenos into a large pan and soak them in the sauce. These are known as Chile Rellenos Aguados or “drowned”. By sitting in the sauce, the cheese will remain hot and melted. Other than that, well down once again Rick! You are a master!

[@davidmckean955]

You can just taste the pepper raw and you'll know whether you got spicy ones or not

[@fritzyberger]

I agree that Poblano are just better bell peppers.

[@longfade]

It’s amazing, how many (otherwise excellent) YT cooks ignore that most critical detail: heat/temperature. Much appreciated. I think all of my great cooking failures have been due to incorrect temperature management.

[@skelletorjo3227]

It really comes down to experience. I'm sure you know that already, but you are right, a good set point for beginners is immensely helpful.

[@kippywylie]

In many decades of our travels throughout all of Mexico it's a treat when you find a cook is a little family run place who knows by decades of experience the precious oil temperature for the best deep fry.... No fancy thermometer or high science, just years of cooking every night. Once we were in Dolores Hidalgo and we found this tiny little one table place where an ancient woman deep fried gorditas. They were heaven.... Not greasy, just the perfect crispy golden with fillings warmed ideal.

[@ksand409]

Just made these for dinner tonight along with Mexican rice and black beans - easier than the way I was making them in the past! The skewers instead of toothpicks works much better than toothpicks and after freezing can be removed before battering and frying - the freezing sure does make them easier to work with. Thank you sir for this great video recipe!

[@SalvadordeAnda]

Delicious recipe, I love the way Rick respects the cuisine and even those of us born in Mexico have lots to learn from him. I think it's important to cut a small slit on the chile before putting it in the oil because if you don't, they sometimes explode and splatter hot oil all over the place. Adding salt to the skin helps with the blistering and makes it easier to peel. Usually in Mexico, we roast them directly over the fire rather than deep frying them, then place them inside a plastic bag to help with the blistering, and also it helps soften the flesh.

[@maverickadventures723]

Rick, I made these for the family tonight. Ohhh my goodness! So much better than any restaurant I’ve had them at. This is our new favorite! Thank you so much!

[@tenshiangelina]

These ones are really fluffy and beautiful!!! Some people think chiles rellenos are not spicy and all (which is actually true), so there's a version of these with jalapeño chile, which is my mom's go-to recipe. In my family, we don't like them soaked in anything, so my mom serves them over red rice and we make tacos of rice and chile. I think this variation is also common since I've seen them with rice in Veracruz, although my mom is from Guerrero and many more in our family cook them like that.

[@hensonlaura]

Holy cats, jalapeño rellano poppers would be amazing with a tomato/guajillo dipping sauce; like a sauce I made last week for chillaquiles - that's inspired! No one steal my idea!!! 🤣🤣🤣 Or, just call them jalapeños Mulege (moo-la- HAY); my town in beautiful Baja Sur 🏝 🦎 🪰🪰🪰🪰🪰🪰 Or stuff the jalapeños w/ sautéed chorizo & piped mashed potato & use a cheese sauce... could do a lot w/ these techniques.

[@timothycwick297]

Thank you Chef. This is the reason you are a legend!

[@MariaSilva-hd1vz]

Rick I've been watching you at least 30 years and your aging gracefully I wanna say that my father is a chef or was he didn't do the freezing method and I think in Mexico people don't do that but I will say that is a really good thing I love how you visit Mexico and learn about the food and culture thank you so much so glad for KZbin and PBS where I started watching you.

[@angelicas.5158]

Chiles rellenos are my fave!!! I buy poblano peppers with the intention of making them chiles rellenos but I always give up and end up making rajas con crema instead... never fails 🤦🏻‍♀️😅

[@kary2708]

Lmao sometimes this happens to me too 😂

[@sciencelabvideosl7558]

Or espagueti verde! Lol ! I thought I was the only one!

[@Pedrogonzalez-nh2eb]

Me too! Lol

[@Pedrogonzalez-nh2eb]

Or rajas con papas! Lol

[@reynaga66]

Hay que tener paciencia yo sé hacer unos Chiles en relleno yo solito me enseñé yo soy mexicano de Jalisco si hacer una birria de res que hasta Los dedos se chupan si hacer UN caldo There is rickissimo se hace mucha comida gracias A mí mama que me enseñó YA mi papa Y soy hombre me encanta cocinar

[@davelester1985]

The flour on the peppers, and dipping them into the batter is the part I needed to see. Anyone who makes these is a winner. When we fly back to the states from Padova, Italy, I make sure my first plate of food has a chile rellenos on it. Now I can make my own much better. Rick, you are the Rick Steves of Mexican cuisine. Bravo!

[@salvadordeanda9562]

One important step that Rick missed is cutting a tiny slit on the surface of the peppers before the initial deep fry. This will significantly reduce the possibility of the poblano peppers bursting from the accumulated heat inside. It can lead to some really nasty burns, take it from a Mexican cook!! Rick rocks!!

[@bobdobalina8680]

I just did this with fire charred jalapenos,home made chorizo, and super sharp cheddar. Thank you Rick!

[@fritzyberger]

That sounds nice with some sunny side up eggs for breakfast

[@ccoolstuff1]

There are very few things tastier than a well made chili relleno. I've been making them for years suffering to get them all made , hurrying to keep them warm to serve everyone. Now I see I can freeze them filled, cook them and then reheat them in the oven. Thank you Rick, I will make them more often now that I know your methods💘

[@jjiacobucci]

Thank you very much, Rick ! I've watched many videos of Chiles Rellenos, yet, I can say I've learned so much from your video. Chiles Rellenos is my favorite of all Mexican cuisine.

[@sugeira13]

I love chiles rellenos but I am so lazy to make them 😭😭 but when I make them... they are so delicious. My mom used to make them with ancho chiles hydrated.... soooo good! I just remember she also makes jalapeños rellenos.... 😋😋😋😋

[@skelletorjo3227]

Jalapenos rellenos sound like chiles capones? I eat those whenever i need myself a good macho cry.

[@cynd5166]

Those sound delicious 😊

[@kippywylie]

Yep, me too. I love this dish but I'm known for dirtying every pot, pan, bowl and utensil in the kitchen so I make these rarely

[@sugeira13]

@@kippywylie you know how some people have a tamale party... we should do the same for chiles rellenos. More people to get it accomplished

[@mekine-4606]

Rick - I just made your recipe for Chiles Rellenos and they were "STELLAR"!!!! - I mean out on the prairie good - Much Appreciation Brother!!!!!!!

[@griseldairis9273]

Rick they look very good. What we do home cooking we put the chiles to heat inside de sauce, so the sauce will have a different taste, try that way. God bless you and your family

[@XMetalChefX]

Most underrated mainstream chef. So much investment into the knowledge of the culture and recipes.

[@deannamcharge1566]

I have a cast iron skillet that I am the third generation using it. It is great to use something that my Gran and Mom used!

[@calderfa]

Absolutely gorgeous and delicious dish. That didn't even feel like 30 minutes. Well done Chef.

[@charlesmcmasters]

Love making and eating Chile Rellanos! Like Tamales, a labor of love! It seemed your oil blistering method left a sturdier pepper compared to broiling. I've taken to using Oaxacan string cheese as my filler to make it a bit easier with the softer walled peppers. I'll have to give the oil blistering method a try. And those pan fried Oaxacan Rellanos, thats on my definete list to try. Holy mole'(y) they look fantastic! Thanks Rick!

[@TartanJack]

What a treasure you are to preserve these timeless dishes.

[@tttarms1970]

Wow....thank you so much chef for taking the time to educate us and passing all your culinary knowledge....cannot wait to try this....gonna get cool in chicago soon....perfect dish to warm us up

[@Juicypaint]

I love this video, Rick! Thank you ❤ I love chiles rellanos. My dad, a scientist at Los Alamos lab made the best I've ever had. I always think that making a great rellanos is the true test of a Mexican restaurant. I'm going to try both your methods. Ive never seen the laddling of the batter into the frying pan before.

[@MissHappiness36]

My husband loves chile rellenos, but I don’t make them very well and are labor-intensive. After watching you, Mr. Bayless, I’m going to give it another try. Thank you for your videos! ❤️

[@joannaedwards6325]

How did you do? Did they come out OK?

[@MissHappiness36]

@@joannaedwards6325 I still haven’t tackled Chile rellenos yet. That’s definitely a Saturday afternoon endeavor! Have you tried it yet?

[@joannaedwards6325]

@@MissHappiness36 Good Heavens NO! What I did do was research recipes for Chili Rellenos CASSEROLES. Much less work....same great taste. Good luck to you. p.s. do not use his method to prepare your chilies. Not good. Best to roast over open flame or in broiler. Then put into a sealed bag to steam for 15 min. Then scrape with the rim of a spoon or wadded up paper towels. SO MUCH EASIER.

[@alanscott6241]

Always loved to eat them & always wondered how to make them. You really answered all of the questions I had. Thanks for sharing your talent. Keep up the great cooking! 👍😎🔥🔥🔥❤️🙏

[@iamkarlwithak]

My father taught me how to make them. Egg whites only merengue then dip cheese stuffed (Monterey jack sticks) Anaheim or better Hatch chiles. I buy a box every year and roast them, sweat the skins off then seal them and freeze till I need them, set on oil covered skillet. Use a spatula to drench while frying turn over until golden brown. Serve with very simple sauce of onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, salt and pepper, Mexican oregano and can of tomato sauce cooked about 20 minutes. Pour sauce over relleño. The best you’ll ever have I personally guarantee. Thanks for the 🎥. 🙏💪🌎🌏🌍❤️🇺🇸🖖

[@marcb6290]

Thats the One. From my childhood also. Purfecto!!!

[@LadybugJ1913]

Sounds perfect . I live on Mexican Border so grew up 65 years eating Mexican food and that is the best and simplest way to make delicious sauce.

[@bestill670]

Hi Rick, I'm obsessed with rellenos! I'm a gluten free gal and have used cassava flour as a sub. It works well I'm relieved to say. i also make a rellenos casserole, using same ingredients and method and it is awesome and no frying involved.

[@Taricus]

I really like that natural wood look of the kitchen cabinets and everything. It looks really nice.

[@SS-of2gr]

Mr. Bayless, I had my first Chiles Rellenos in Tubac, AZ (ever been?). It was the plain cheese version. In terms of food experiences, it was life-changing because of the comfort it gave me while being simple. Add rice and beans and it's a full meal, right? Keep up the good work. You're appreciated. -Stephen

[@mikezimmermann89]

To prep poblanos: I set my handy-dandy, DIYer’s plumbers torch on my cooktop with the fan running and fire it up. Then I grasp a chile in a pair of metal kitchen tongs and move/rotate it through the torch’s flame, changing the tong’s grip to get at the part of the chile previously covered by the tongs. Takes about a minute to blister the outside of a pepper; then, I drop it into a paper bag and fold the top over to keep in the ”steam” from the warmed pepper. Repeat as needed until all peppers are blistered. Once the last one has cooled, the “steaming” has loosened the skins on all the peppers and they pretty much slide off. A quick pass over the flame takes care of any stubborn spots.

[@kippywylie]

Wow! Brilliant! I will be trying this.

[@joannaedwards6325]

Sounds so much easier than Rick's method. He uses too much oil. Roasting or direct scorching the peppers is the best method. You're right on!!

[@ben9975]

Rick this video is a godsend. Thank you so much for this content--the best cooking show on youtube!

[@damned_1]

Mad love here, grew up watching this man. He knows what’s up, authentically speaking, of course!! 😋

[@rayyoung7780]

I hope that Oaxaca relleno had Oaxaca cheese in it. Oaxaca cheese is my all time favorite. I have been to Oaxaca twice and both times we ate at a restaurant that served Oaxaca cheese and tortillas as an appetizer. It was to die for. Beautiful video, thanks!

[@louisng7539]

Grew up in SoCal. And Chiles Rellenos is one of my favorite things to eat.

[@Karyme1721]

The most beautiful Chiles rellenos I have seen and I know they taste delicious! Thanks fir sharing your talent with us. I will definitely make them!

[@lorneomasta9559]

Chili rellenos is my absolute favorite Mexican dish technique is absolutely everything

[@suratiivey9142]

Thank You Rick for these wonderful variations of Chile Relleno's. They look great and I'm inspired.

[@Numenor7]

Another great video! I love seeing these authentic recipes come together and hearing your descriptions about the history and regional variations of the dish. Two questions: Do you remove the toothpick after freezing? What meat would you typically stuff them with? All the recipes I find seem to be cheese only. Thanks!

[@andrewlarson7895]

Pork chicken

[@mariapeterson882]

A labor of love for sure. I did pretty good frying, peeling, & stuffing. Froze them overnight last night. However, I think I made my egg whites a bit too stiff. The batter didn't want to quite grab onto the floured chiles, so I had to kind of paint the batter onto them. Not quite so pretty as yours Rick, but I think they will taste delicious.

[@vickirickman9373]

Thank you Rick These look absolutely phenomenal! I cannot wait to make them this way.

[@jonhilderbrand4615]

Okay, New Mexico native here, and I just started the video. I grew up eating and making chiles rellenos, so I'm interested to see what you've got for us. I'll be back... Okay...interesting. We always used a cornmeal batter, not flour. And we've been doing that for over 70 years (my mother). So I am also surprised to see the first sources of recipes in a quick search use flour. There _are_ recipes that call for cornmeal, but they're apparently not the most common. Well, you learn something every day! I enjoyed the video, and I look forward to trying this new old recipe!

[@ottmarmontes]

I'm now going to appreciate my mom more when she makes these. I have watched her make this many times and know the steps but for some reason I guess I just developed the idea that it wasn't that complicated until I saw this video!

[@daphnepearce9411]

I don't think this a complicated dish, it just has a zillion steps with lots of food prep. Tedious, yes but in the end it's so worth it, especially when everyone loves it. :-)

[@joannaedwards6325]

Yes. After watching this I'll have so much more respect for this item in a restaurant. Who knew?

[@lucywisinski8732]

Is complicated and messy every time, but as a Mexican, I love to make them at least once a month.

This looks amazing. 👏🏼 🙌🏼

[@jessiecardona5004]

Simply Mamá Cooks ☺️

[@robbieevans6536]

I make these things all of the time and I think the broiler and then into a sealed plastic bag works better than the oil for getting the outer membrane off of the chiles.....Bayless does it right on those chiles though.

[@jesuslovesyou919]

Thanx 4 being a great detailed teacher

[@anotherjoe5675]

Thank you Rick... Love the chili rellenos... Have made similar many times... Just think burning off the skins over a gas flame is less messy and more efficient... Also, stuffing with a solid cheese slice cut to size is easier than grating cheese... Never thought of the freezing element... Will try next time... Could add to convenience... Thanks again!

[@customcraft1]

Excellent job Rick, although being from southern New Mexico I was raised on another type of chiles rellenos , but I would NEVER turn down one,

[@normastilwell246]

I first made these 40 years ago using banana peppers. They are work but so worth it. I just make cheese ones. Love your videos

[@rayyoung7780]

Chiles rellenos are my favorite Mexican food. Thanks for showing me how to do them myself.

[@georgez234]

Rick, chile rellenos are my favorite Mexican food since i ordered one in a restaurant in Puerto Vallarta 30 years ago. I will try to make this recipe. Wish me luck.

[@ricardorios1043]

Best looking chiles I’ve seen in my life. 💙 Hats off Mr Bayless

[@frankiekelley4486]

Omg, yummmmm🤍 Chef Rick thank you for sharing this delicious recipe ❤️ will definitely try these 🤍 My favorite Chef ❤️

[@jlopez1017d]

My mom chars the chile first then she lets them steam in a plastic grocery bag then when they cool she scrapes the skin off. My grandmother also makes these but with beans inside in a tomato caldo no breading or frying. This is my favorite way to consume them

[@LadybugJ1913]

Interesting, normally I do not like watery tomatoe sauce, because it makes the batter soggy, but your grandmother made a caldo no batter or frying, so chili is not swimming getting soggy in tomato sauce. It is a caldo! ! , 😊 I will try it. Thank uou

[@fly1327]

My favorite Mexican dish, always get it, but all over the map from so-so to great, always a gamble it seems ordering these. I love to cook and learned so much I didn't know before, will be employing this at home. Thank You!

[@rdcustomdiecast]

Been making these for years. Love them. Being a native Texas I do use pablano However I love subbing with Hatch green chiles. Also I roast the chilies and throw in a zip bag for a few minute hot that makes pealing a breeze.

[@arribaficationwineho32]

I like roasting them too.

[@joannaedwards6325]

Yeah it's an easier method. I got nervous watching Rick work sooo hard.

[@lhilare]

Sometimes I use a paper towel to grip the skin when peeling and I prefer to use queso Oaxaca (quesadillo) for stuffing. Your Colby/Jack chees is awesome too.

[@orffrocks5667]

I make a lot of complicated stuff but this is beyond my pay grade! That is a masterpiece 😮

[@markvetter4711]

I can think of a lot of uses for that Batter! This just jumped to the top of my day off cooking list. Thanks.

[@guycarpenter2986]

Chef, I really enjoy your videos. You always show me something to make me a better cook. Thanks!

[@douglasknuth4293]

I just finished day 1 of Chiles Rellenos. The blistering of the chiles in the oil is brilliant! They peel much easier and the Chile is much firmer and easier to handle. The one time I did this before a chef teaching a class had blistered them for us. They were so soft that no one could handle them without tearing. The chef made it clear that we were just clumsy oafs. So I was not enthusiastic about doing them again, especially under a broiler. This was a world of difference. Plus being able to do the first part the day before, and then batter and fry them BEFORE guests arrive and warm / finish them in the oven when getting ready to serve makes this so much more reasonable to do for guests! Another brilliant addition!

[@kippywylie]

Yes. Can't wait to incorporate these tips into my process. I've made this dish many times over the years, but I've always flamed my chiles with a broiler and usually overcooked them. My only concern on this oil method is I don't want any greasy taste.

[@douglasknuth4293]

@@kippywylie since you will be removing the skin which was on the surface of the pepper, most of the oil comes off too.

[@douglasknuth4293]

@GoldenState Yep, very traditional, and apparently works great, but our building is electric. Under a broiler over cooks them. There haven’t been many good options for electric stoves. Our new induction cooktop heats up and cools down as quick as gas, and the convection oven works great, and no indoor pollution from gas. But they are not good for blistering peppers. So the deep frying is a perfect solution.

[@mlss1229]

Thank you chef Bayless for sharing another delicious (step by step) Mexican classic with your artfulness and expert cooking skills...Yum!

[@fredanderson7952]

You are a fine chef and teacher, thank you

[@TheRicktunero]

Rick, in Central Mexico the shredded cheese is mixed with chopped raw onion before stuffing the chiles. Unfortunately, you can very seldom find Chiles Rellenos prepared like this in the United States. Other than that, the rest of the preparation is typical in Mexico with the exception of serving it with a sauce. Thank you for your delicious recipes fellow, Chicagoan!!!

[@MissConcepti0n]

the part of mexico my mom is from Jalisco they serve it with tomato sauce. I have seen both dry and wet versions of the chile relleno though. That is the cool thing about the different states (or even from city to city too) is they put their own touch sometimes

[@charleyu5506]

@@MissConcepti0n same my family is from jalisco and we serve it with a tomato sauce or broth, I can't imagine it without it

[@texassews535]

Great idea to add the onions.

[@theorangevestarmy4255]

I love Chiles Rellenos, learned how to make them watching your Mexico, one plate at a time show in the late 90, early 2000's, to this day, I have never found a Mexican restaurant that can top yours/mine, mucho gracias, mi amigo!!🌶️🥑🌵 I do not add egg yolks to my batter, the end result is light, a bit thinner, crisp edges, I find making them is pretty simple, no problem Senor.

[@veronicaradcliffe2996]

I've only tried the CR casserole, but am encouraged to " try the fry !" I have a new benchmark now for evaluating the CR at my favorite Mexican restaurant. Thanks !!

[@terryb3388]

Everything you did is perfection and i have learned an immense amount of technique watching this ... but i am just trashy enough to top these with sour cream, raisins and toasted pecans all topped with a thick single ring of chilled white onion ... yeah baby! that's what i'm talkin' 'bout!

[@robertbruton626]

I made two of these today Rick and they look fantastic...I didn't how much energy goes into this kind of cooking.My favorite for sure

[@angelaguillenmendoza2615]

Que bien le quedaron esos chiles sr. Rick se antojan felicidades ❤😊

[@DeafDalmatian]

My favorite restaurant is in Maryland and they have the best Chili Rellenos I've ever had in any country. A true cheese rellenos. Its sooooo divine. I've asked other Mexican restaurants why they don't serve it and they say it's too labor intensive! If you ever visit the Baltimore area please visit El Saltos Mexican Restaurant. The one in Brooklyn Park is the flagship of the trio and has the best in my opinion! Then let me know how it compares? I'm addicted. The pepper, the hot melted cheese, the batter, the sauce on top! Ahhhhh. Divine perfection for a dish!

[@jmarcos1008]

I love these. It's worth the effort for sure. Thank you.

[@cathyphegley7848]

Absolute perfection! Works of art….but don’t hang them on the wall….calmly sit down and savor the miracle. 🥳

[@jacksonbrown5900]

Those are the most beautiful I've seen and I've searched relentlessly since the closings of Panchos. One could never be enough...

[@Shizl_Gzngahr]

Omg. I used to love Panchos as a child. There is still one open close by me and we ate there last year and it was absolutely terrible. Was so disappointed.

[@Shizl_Gzngahr]

Theres a restaurant called Posados and they make amazing Chille Rellenos. My favorite is the cheese relleno with queso on top. But they also make a seafood chille relleno that is absolutely delicious.