Classic Chile Relleno Recipe: Crispy Cheese

Ingredients

• 4 large fresh poblano peppers
• 8 oz (225 g) Oaxaca cheese or mozzarella cheese, shredded (or a blend)
• Optional: 1/4 cup (25 g) cooked and crumbled chorizo or seasoned ground beef
• 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
• 4 large egg yolks, beaten separately
• 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting peppers
• Pinch of salt
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups (240–360 ml) vegetable oil or canola oil
• Fresh salsa roja or tomato sauce (optional)
• Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)