STOP STRUGGLING! // How to Clean and Roast Poblano Peppers ❤

I grew up watching and helping my mom make delicious CHILES RELLENOS, and this was one dish I avoided even though I loved it. The process of roasting then removing the seeds and veins from the POBLANO peppers was a struggle and it is the one job my mom had me do. Once I got older and started making my own, I was on a mission to find a better and easier way of preparing the peppers for chiles RELLENOS without the struggle. This is my technique, I hope it helps you as it has helped me.❤
INGREDIENTS----------------
POBLANO PEPPERS
DISCLAIMER
DO NOT EAT OR SERVE THIS DISH TO ANYONE WHO IS OR MIGHT BE ALLERGIC TO ANY INGREDIENT IN THIS DISH.
#chilesrellenos
#poblano
#rachelcookswithlove

[@Fenikkusuuk]

My comment is not going to matter...lol. Everyone recognizes you as a wonderful teacher and you are right down to repeating the proper words in Spanish. You are a PLEASURE to learn from. Thank you very much!

[@tammymiller5801]

I've said this before and I will say it again, you are an excellent teacher!! Thank you for sharing your techniques and recipes.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much, I appreciate your comment my friend, it means alot to me.❤

[@radecaborosa4956]

Radeca is having Have fun with you 💕 💓 ❤

[@valeriejennings4647]

I finally was able to try this, seeding the poblano's before roasting.....what a difference and not so messy! Thank you Rachel! Like many before have told you, you are an excellent teacher! 😊

[@AA-ox2dm]

This is the first I've used poblano and followed your advice. Brilliant! Thank you.

[@sylviawells715]

I love your recipes & presentation. Because it is so similar to the way my mother cooked. Would like to se a photo of “ my Ron”

[@kayhenry6293]

I’ve been roasting poblanos for years but never thought to remove the seeds and veins first! You rock, girl!

[@kandacepatterson7965]

Omg my friend!!! Your A PEPPER SURGEON!!!🙏🙏🙏💙💙💙 🌶 🌶. Chilies Rellano..my favorite!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Lol! Thank you so much for your comment my friend. ❤😘

[@dorothy4974]

I love the tip for putting the rack right over the glass-top burner...thank you! I don't know why I never thought of that!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

I'm so glad this will help you, thank you so much for your comment my friend.❤

[@dorothy4974]

@@rachelcookswithlove they look more evenly roasted than on the comal. I am trying this today 💚 Thank you again!

[@jeaniehen9026]

Rachel! Thanks sooooo much for this! So much easier on me with a bad back its hard to stand for long periods of time w/o nerve pain in my leg and numbness! Now I can fix this more often since poblanos are my favorite food, no matter how its fixed it brings back memories of riding my horse around poblano pepper and garlic fields in Gilroy, Calif. The smell of these fields should be made into a perfume! 😋💕

[@melodysfiresidefarm]

Such a great instructor. There's a technique for everything you just need to find the right person to show you. Thanks for sharing your techniques!!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You’re welcome my friend, thank you so much for your comment.❤️

[@sissy-qx7le]

You're awesome thanks 😊

[@berylmadison2363]

I love poblano peppers so thank you for all the instructions.Mostly in my town,I have to go to a small Mexican store for the good peppers.. Everything you do is beautiful.!! Blessings 👩‍🦳🥰🏵️⭐

[@rachelcookswithlove]

I know the feeling, that happens to me when we're in Ohio, I appreciate your sweet comment my friend. ❤

[@debihediger4760]

Peppers are pretty easy to grow actually but they do like it hot so you can’t start them too early. But most nurseries have a nice variety of different peppers. I love to grow them different types and canned them in different ways as well.

[@user-fq4ij8ez7w]

early this year, Jan 2024, I went to the store, and bought one, I took out the seeds, and planted a few, now I have a steady supply of of Poblano Peppers, grew them in a small raised garden, am greatful.

[@rebeccatrevino9296]

Nice to hear the word "the valley". I was born and raised there....Thanks for sharing the video.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend, me too, the Valley holds a special place in my heart. Thank you so much for your comment. ❤

[@cathyc2665]

Hello Rachel!! Love your cooking videos. ❤️ from Houston Texas!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much my friend. Blessings to you in Houston Texas.❤👍

[@dorisscott2192]

Rachel, That is one slick way to take care of a messy job.......I enjoy your channel so very much...

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Yes, it's so much better, I hate having a mess of any kind. Thank you so much. ❤

[@The78CJ5]

I never would have thought that glass top stove would have made those peppers that nice. Great Video.

[@homesteadingwithapurpose9681]

Thank you for this great tip.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend. ❤😘

[@judystophel1904]

Thank you, Rachel, for showing us this video. I love poblano peppers and have always messed them up while trying to roast them. I also wanted to tell you I made your tortilla soup for my family, and they couldn't stop talking about it. Everyone loved it and I did give you the credit for it. Thanks again :-)

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome, and I was so happy to read this my friend, I'm glad your family enjoyed the tortilla soup because it sure is delicious. Blessings to you. ❤

[@patricesilva3718]

Me too omg yes

[@trulylynn9941]

@@rachelcookswithlove I just found you mommy and I love your videos for sure! 👍🏼💖

[@LTHuddonDesignOfficial]

Rachel your great I learned so much from you at 83 years old . I want to cook like you dear!!!!

[@jjiacobucci]

Best, most useful video instructions about prepping roasted poblano peppers

[@mariawinter2535]

Your presentation & verbal instructions are of superior quality. Your helpful hints are the golden tidbits of a savvy cook. The cooling cake rack turn grill ...... Sheer genius! A MILLION THANKS 👍

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend, thank you so much for your sweet comment, you made my day.❤🥰

[@Msksrdmd08]

Oh my goodness! How did I miss this! It is hard to use an electric stove when you have been use to a gas range for decades. Thanks Rachel!

[@tellthetruthttt3641]

Rachel, I can't think of one video where I haven't learned something knew or a better way of prepping. You always make things so much easier! Thank you so much❤❤

[@user-ge6cq3vy8z]

Thank you for showing the simple way to remove the seeds for many uses

[@michaelnelson3469]

Thank you for doing this. Removing the seeds and stuff while it's still raw is SOOOO much easier!

[@saradodd8684]

I love your teaching. I have never cooked like this in my 87 years but I hope You can teach me to cook something different. I am excited.

[@plhartley]

Thank you, poblano peppers are my favorite. I make chili rellenos often and cleaning after roasting is my least favorite thing to do. I will give this a try!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome, it will make things easier I'm sure. Thank you so much for your comment. ❤

[@plhartley]

@@rachelcookswithlove I DID it!! I seeded & then roasted & peeled my chilis this morning, they are in the fridge and ready for me to make my favorite chilis rellenos!! Thank you again.

[@kathyworkman1678]

Thank you for sharing your experience with peppers. 😊 you are an inspiration ❤

[@janicecirksena8300]

I love Poblano peppers and my go to when I get to go out to eat is Chile Rellano. You give such wonderful instructions and make preparing these dishes look so easy!! Thank-you!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend. Blessings to you. ❤👍

[@johnhampton2543]

This is my second time finding your videos. They are very helpful. Thank you!

[@marlene-rr2ih]

Finally, I can now roast peppers, tomatoes, and other things! All I need is to get a cooling rack. Thank you so much.

[@richardvtagle]

I am most truly grateful for showing us the method of deseeding our poblanos before roasting them. You're absolutely right about it being much easier my dear friend. Last week I made your chiles rellenos once again and I have to say, they came out super delicious. The sauce alone Johnny goes on and on about. He even put it on the rice I served alongside our chiles rellenos. Sweet Rachel may the rest of the week bring you and Ron much joy and peace. Lots of love and blessings as always sent towards the Meinzer homestead.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Your welcome my dear friend, it is so much easier than the traditional way, I'm so glad to know that your Johnny enjoys the chiles rellenos my friend, I know you are a fabulous cook and you also are the best at baking. Much love and blessings to you and your Johnny. ❤❤

[@jimmiller1537]

Thank you, I'm so glad I found this lesson. Now I can finally make Chile Rellenos.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Wonderful! Thank you ❤️😊

[@lynnscott9657]

Thanks for that great explanation. A Mexican friend of mine suggested that, after they are charred, you put them in a plastic freezer bag and put them in the freezer for 10 minutes or so. That way they sweat and cool down at the same time. They are cooler to handle.

[@ursulagrogan3062]

I think your wonderful for sharing so much to all who are watching your incredible ❤

[@janicedcunha9092]

Hello Rachel, With Love from Janice. You are so deft with whatever you do, It's a pleasure to watch your recipe videos. Unboxing green peppers, So easy peasy to temper. Thoroughly enjoyed watching every step. Thanks Rachel.💞👌💜🌟

[@mariastastykitchen]

Hello my friend thank you for sharing your roasted peppers with us today they look delicious thank you for sharing enjoy your family and God bless🙏😋💕🌏

[@13c11a]

How is it that I am only now discovering you! I have been roasting peppers for decades, but I must say that this is the best method I have ever seen. Thank you for your very clear instructions. I have subscribed.

[@floralopez337]

This was so easy! I love that you clean the inside of the peppers first. It does save time and avoids all that mess that you mentioned! Gracias hermosa por tus consejos! God bless you my friend! Hugs!💖💖💖💖💖💕💖💖💖

[@cheriatkins8378]

Thank you, Rachel! 🙏 I didn't know how to store my pepper, and you were here to show me ❤

[@asweetnspicyginger2443]

I love how your apron matches the peppers miss Rachel. What a beautiful shade of green.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much my friend, it was pure coincidence, but green is my favorite color though. ❤

[@asweetnspicyginger2443]

@@rachelcookswithlove Mine too!!

[@UncommonEyes]

Got a bunch of poblanos today at farmers’ market, now I’ve learned from a pro how to work with them tomorrow. I’m only sort of a cook😊 with limited experience with various peppers. Thank you for creating this video❤

[@mariamartin94]

Thanks for this tutorial on roasting the poblanos. You're so right about dreading roasting them and then dealing with the seeds.

[@hanzketchup859]

That was a beautiful comment, “here in the valley we have been blessed with tons of poblano peppers and we can be picky” when we remember this, we are being grateful for the abundance, gratitude is the greatest of human traits. Cheers.

[@josephpalacios3072]

Thank you Rachel .your a great cook and teacher😊

[@crfzg1000]

You saved me a lot of time!!!! I do poblanos, jalapenos and anaheims all the time, now I can really do it way faster! Thank you!!!❤❤❤

[@sharibasse6130]

Love you so much Rachel ❤ You've taught me so much and I love Mexican food!!! I'm a gringo but learned from my comadre. Thank you so much sweetie! I always look forward to your posts ❤

[@nubbins1968]

I used your method to roast poblano peppers for our anniversary dinner. I made your Chile Relleno Casserole. It was a hit!! Delicious

[@rachelcookswithlove]

So happy you enjoyed it, I appreciate you letting me know.❤️

[@angelitarodriguez6726]

Thank you for so many tips on making great dishes and alot easier and tasty. Love to watch your channel. One of your greatest fan in the RGV.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support of my channel my friend. Hugs and blessings. ❤️

[@JoanPine]

I love the way you cut the Poblano for Chile Rellenos, I will be trying it ASAP, thank you

[@padmepadme]

Excellent method: thanks for showing us how to do this without the slime.

[@stampincass]

What a smart idea to remove the seeds first! And I didn't know the steaming trick - I think that will make it even easier for me now!

[@lisamodert5564]

Thank you so much, Rachel! I was so excited to see you have the same glass top style stove as me. I figured I couldn’t do this without a gas stove. So now I have hope! I will do this!!! Thank you so much and may God Bless you❤️

[@scottstooksbury5570]

I will definitely be using her method for stuffing my peppers!

[@sunflower7128]

It never occurred to me to remove seeds before roasting. Thank you for the great idea!

[@CB-km5ql]

Perfect! I love that you do not waste any food. Drives me crazy when I see a Chef on Food Network cut the top of a pepper off with at least 3/4 of an inch of pepper attached to the stem. Then throw it right in the trash. What a waste! Senseless. My daughter-in-law made your enchilada casserole for my birthday dinner. I showed her the video and she made it. It was delicious! She made it again last night for her family and said her husband, my son, loved it! He hates casseroles but this is one he happily eats 💚 you are the best Rachel! I could watch you all day long… And usually do 🙂

[@roserussom335]

Thanks Rachel- I agree with people who say your instructions are the best!

[@judyhutson6984]

Thank you so much for this video !!!! I have an electric stove and had no idea i could roast them that way. I tried all your tips and they turned out perfect and so easy. I used them in chili relleno soup. It was delicious. Now that I know how to prepare them I will be making chili rellenos at home. It's my favorite Mexican dish 😊

[@debragreen7668]

Best video on roasting peppers and I've seen a few.

[@shirtshine73blitz]

I'm so glad to see you are moving up to the big time!

[@fia8079]

For chile relleno I mix the egg mixture and tomato sauce , Oaxaca cheese, ground chicken and pork and alternate like lasagna and bake it comes out great !!!! Try it, it's great

[@margaretoconnor874]

Best video on peeling peppers I have seen. Really liked the way you did it on electric stove, what I have. You are a great teacher!

[@barbaratunnell7738]

Thank you so much. I’m making stuffed poblano peppers vegan style for my daughters birthday tomorrow night and your video is so helpful.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! Happy birthday to your daughter, I hope you have a wonderful party.❤️❤️

[@churchreceptionist5511]

Gracias Rachel aprendí a limpiar los chiles antes de asarlos y me gustó tu técnica!

[@andreafelan8364]

Thanks Rachael. Your method is now my method for making poblanos. I love chili rellenos.

[@gretaeberhardt541]

Thank you! The instructions I’ve found elsewhere show roasting the peppers over a gas flame, which my kitchen does not have. Thank you. Thank YOU! THANK YOU!!!!!

[@stevegarcia5106]

Thanks for sharing your tip on picking poblano peppers for easier roasting.

[@laphil1969]

Thank you Rachel for adding the advice on how-to prepare these when needing poblano strips!!! I am making my (now famous) chili relleno casserole for a Christmas Party and you made my kitchen life a little easier. 🙏 Muchas gracias 🥰

[@susanbaker8023]

Thanks for the tips on roasted peppers. I want to share with you, last night I made your recipe for chicken fried steak, my husband loved it. He is a picky eater, so Thank you for that. I followed your steps. Perfect, and delicious.

[@judyferguson8134]

Chile Rellanos are my favorite w/beans and rice w/mild green sauce.

[@arleneosborne7995]

Yours is the BEST instructional video I've ever seen for chilies!!! We love chile rellanos (and they are hard to find here in New Hampshire, but I've made them for years). I'll try your method next time. It's better than any others I've seen!

[@tga22]

Great 👍🏼 tutorial, thanks for sharing your ideas for chili poblanos on how to clean them and roast them.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼💞💞🥰

[@oeff7744]

Those are the most beautiful peppers I've seen

[@robynfisher2076]

Awesome love the way you explain the Spanish name for the object. Thank you

[@christopherjohnston2834]

Brilliant! Thank you for sharing!

[@shirleyborruel5717]

Very good information. I’ve been sharing your videos with my som. He’s a fabulous cook. Think he might like some of your ideas. Looks like you got a new kitchen. Like. Enjoy. I’m from Barstow Ca.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much for sharing my friend, this I'd only a temporary kitchen while in Texas.❤👍

[@MikeS29]

Great idea to cut them and seed them before roasting, when they aren't so fragile! I've always removed seeds afterwards and it is risky that they might tear a little. Thank you!

[@maritzahernandez3448]

Hello my name is Maritza, I want to tell you thank you for the instructions for the Poblano peppers, thanks was very hice end no mess 😁

[@vernano372]

I am so glad I found your video! I love Latino food, but am so unsure about methods to making it to get the perfect taste. Glad I watched the entire video! Thank you.

[@conniefaith]

You make it look easy, but I’ve struggled and struggled.

[@lilliancooley967]

I feel right at home learning from you

[@cathymarquez2466]

Rachel I eat poblanos just about every week I love roasting them my favorite. 👍♥️♥️♥️♥️🤗Thanks for the tips.

[@judithschultz8999]

Tried to give thumbs up but won't let me so consider this your thumbs up 😉

[@armandopina8529]

Hola Raquel, like how you deseeded the peppers first. don't have stove like yours so will broil them. love them poblano peppers.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend, blessings. 👍❤

[@wendyweatherup4882]

Thank you for making recipes easier to understand

[@ileanamurias922]

Oh my goodness this hack is a game changer! Thanks for sharing. I’m making Chile rellenos today and this has come in so handy!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You’re welcome my friend,I’m glad I just caught this comment…this method will make it so much easier for you, I’m also sending you a link to my Chiles Rellenos video. Happy New Year.❤️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5nJdICbetGbe6M

[@sarahschooler6494]

Thank you a perfect example of how to roast peppers! I have always roasted mine in the oven with the broiler. I love using fresh peppers but disliked the smell from the broiler. When I use my stovetop like you instructed there is no lingering smell. Thank you for the instructions on how to do the seed removal beforehand. Awesome information and instructions again from Rachel Cooks with Love.

[@buckeyefangirl1976]

Oh thank you so much!♥️😁👍 I've struggled with these for years.

[@susieq7332]

Rachel you are a great teacher! So calm and through. Your family has some lucky tummies indeed! 😁

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much, I love to make my family happy.❤

[@user-uw4ug2ti8u]

Rachel: I can't Thank you enough for showing me the BEST WAY to prepare Poblanos. This year, using your technique, I deseeded my whole harvest & flash froze them. Today we thawed 8 and prepared rellenos - after roasting & skinning them.

[@marshacarter8565]

Oh thank you for sharing this with us! I have 4 poblano plants and this will make preparing them so much easier!

[@elenalopez4161]

❤ thank you

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend. ❤🥰

[@karenmaday3455]

Rachel your the best ever! I lovee whatching you. My you always be Blessed 💗

[@sweetsavorywords3506]

You're brilliant, thank you for sharing.😁😎💯✔

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend, I appreciate your comment so much.❤

[@tm4465]

Rachel you’re a genius!!!

[@Holmer188]

Thank you for sharing. I grow poblano peppers in my garden every year. I appreciate you sharing that you can freeze them.

[@vavadtbn53]

I love your method of clean before roasting the chiles!!! I will try that next time. Thank you!!!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome friend. ❤

[@aidachavez8564]

Thanks Rachel! I love, love Chile Rellenos. I have shared your you tube videos with my family!

[@amyoung101]

Thank you so much for this info! Just bought my first poblanos today and you have made me feel WAY more confident handling the prep ❤❤❤ Instant sub 🥰

[@adasam4771]

Gracias Rachel , finalmente la barrera que me evitaba preparar mi comida favorita cayó , esa sacadera de semillas era un verdadero desorden y terminaba con el chile hecho pedazos . Usted es la mejor maestra del mundo y una persona muy dulce .

[@0723Trinity]

OMG! I didn't know that, & I'm Mexican!! 🤣😂🤣😂 Thank you!!🙏❤️

[@susanhampton2085]

Such a wonderful method for prepping poblanos. Thank you! Your instructions are so clear!

[@danadyd59]

Omg! I wish I'd have known this 30 years ago! I always roasted first, then struggled. Can't wait to try your method. It looks sooo much better, and easier than what I've been doing. Thank you!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome, it will help alot my friend. ❤