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    How to Roast Poblano Peppers

    Published on October 14, 2022 - Updated on November 10, 2022 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Smoking Peppers is a very common practice when making certain types of dishes like salsas but it's especially important to roast your poblano peppers before using them.

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    • 💭 Why Roast Poblanos
    • ❓ Must I Roast Poblano Peppers
    • 🔥 Stove Top (Open Flame) Method
    • 🫑 Grill Method
    • ⏲️ Oven Method
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    Fresh Poblano Peppers

    💭 Why Roast Poblanos

    The main reason for needing to roast poblano peppers is to not only help bring out more of the pepper flavor but also to help remove the skin of the pepper which has a rather tough texture that can be difficult to digest for some.

    charred skin

    ❓ Must I Roast Poblano Peppers

    Nope. You can eat poblano peppers raw or cooked. But roasting them will make these peppers even tastier. If you do decide to roast them, make sure to remove the skin before eating.

    skin removal

    There are a few ways to roast Poblanos, all of which are super easy to do. Regardless of which method you use, you will need to peel off the skin after roasting them.

    diced poblano peppers
    Diced Poblano Peppers

    🔥 Stove Top (Open Flame) Method

    Place the Poblano Pepper directly over the flame (on high). Roast for a couple of minutes on each side until nicely charred. It is normal to hear a slight popping sound while roasting. This is from the seeds inside the pepper.

    poblano peppers over flame

    When done, place the roasted poblano in a sealed plastic baggie, or in a covered bowl for about 10 minutes. This will allow the steam to loosen the skin.

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    Roasted Poblano Peppers in Bag

    Once the skin is loosened and the poblanos are cool enough to handle by hand, peel off the skins by hand or with the help of a paper towel. Throw away the skin.

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    Chicken Chili with Roasted Poblanos

    🫑 Grill Method

    Heat the grill to maximum heat. Place the Poblano Peppers directly on the grill. Roast for a couple of minutes on each side until nicely charred. It is normal to hear a slight popping sound while roasting. This is from the seeds inside the pepper.

    poblano peppers on the grill

    When the poblanos are done, place them in a sealed plastic baggie, or in a covered bowl for about 10 minutes. This will allow the steam to loosen the skin.

    poblano peppers in a bag
    Roasted Poblano Peppers in Bag

    Once the skin is loosened and the poblanos are cool enough to handle by hand, peel off the skins by hand or with the help of a paper towel. Throw away the skin.

    mexican chicken picadillo
    Mexican Chicken Picadillo with Poblano Peppers

    ⏲️ Oven Method

    Preheat the oven to 475°F. Place the poblano peppers on a baking sheet. Roast for 30-35 minutes or until the skins are blackened, flipping the peppers at the halfway point.

    poblano peppers on baking sheet

    When done, place the roasted poblano in a sealed plastic baggie, or in a covered bowl for about 10 minutes. This will allow the steam to loosen the skin.

    poblano peppers in a bag
    Roasted Poblano Peppers in Bag

    Once the skin is loosened and the poblanos are cool enough to handle by hand, peel off the skins by hand or with the help of a paper towel. Throw away the skin.

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    Flautas with Poblano Peppers

    Now that you know how to roast Poblano Peppers, here are a few recipes you can try: Sweet Potato Wraps, Simple Poblano Ranch Sauce, Copycat Cheesecake Factory Chicken Chili, Confetti Mashed Potato Flautas and Mexican Chicken Picadillo.

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