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Mexican Rajas Poblanas Recipe: Spicy, Vegan-Friendly, and Flavorful
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Mexican Rajas Poblanas: Spicy, Vegan-Friendly Burritos

A vegan Mexican dish featuring roasted poblanos, caramelized onions, and a creamy cheese sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal with smoky, spicy, and rich flavors. Serve warm in soft corn tortillas for a flavorful, satisfying wrap.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 170
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large poblano peppers
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • ½ cup crema
  • 5 oz shredded vegan cheese
  • Mixed seasonings

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Pierce peppers with knife
  2. Place on baking sheet under broiler or grill for 15 minutes until blistered
  3. Transfer to parchment bag, seal for 5 minutes
  4. Peel skins, remove stems, and slice into ¾-inch strips
  5. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat
  6. Add onion; cook 5 minutes until translucent
  7. Add garlic and corn, cook 1 minute, stirring constantly
  8. Add poblanos; sauté another 2 minutes
  9. Stir in crema and seasonings until well coated
  10. Gradually add cheese, mixing until fully melted
  11. Warm 16 corn tortillas in microwave (15 seconds per 2 tortillas)
  12. Spoon filling onto tortillas, folding into burritos

Notes

Use olive oil for a neutral base
Caramelize onions for deeper flavor
Smoked paprika works as an ancho chili powder substitute
Add vegan cheese to skip animal products entirely
Serve with rice, beans, or avocado for a complete meal