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September 16, 2025
Rajas con Crema (Roasted Poblano Peppers in Cream Sauce) Recipe
Rajas con crema features strips of roasted poblano peppers cooked with onions in rich Mexican crema for an incredibly versatile side dish or dip. This traditional preparation transforms mild poblano peppers into creamy, flavorful accompaniment that works perfectly as a dip with chips or as a side dish with grilled meats. The combination of smoky peppers and rich cream creates irresistible comfort food.
These rajas con crema, roasted poblano pepper strips cooked with onions and Mexican crema, make a great dip. They are also good wrapped in a tortilla or as a side dish to your meal.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Cool Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients
4 large poblano peppers
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion , sliced
2 large cloves garlic , minced
3/4 cup Mexican crema
1 teaspoon salt , or to taste
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules , such as Knorr®
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese
Directions
Place poblano chiles directly on the grates of a gas stove. Cook over medium heat, flipping with tongs occasionally, until blackened and charred, about 5 minutes. Place in a sealed plastic bag and allow to cool, 5 to 6 minutes. Peel off charred skins, remove seeds, and slice chiles into strips. Set aside.
Air Fryer Method
If you want to char the poblanos in an air fryer, preheat the air fryer to 450 degrees C(230 degrees C). Add poblanos to air fryer basket and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Continue cooking and flipping the poblanos until the skin is blackened and blistered, 5 to 6 minutes.
Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, 6 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add poblano peppers, Mexican crema, salt, chicken bouillon, and pepper; cook and stir until combined. Turn off heat, add cheese, and stir until melted.
Cook’s Note
Mozzarella cheese can be substituted for the Oaxaca cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 293 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 7g | Carbs |
| 9g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 293 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 16g | 79% |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium 1024mg | 45% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 9g | 17% |
| Vitamin C 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium 244mg | 19% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 181mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
