Brisket Stuffed Poblano Peppers: A Bold and Smoky Tex-Mex Delight

Ingredients for Brisket Stuffed Poblano Peppers

• 4 large poblano peppers
• 2 cups cooked brisket, shredded (leftovers work perfectly)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped cilantro (for garnish, optional)
• Sour cream or guacamole (for serving, optional)

How to Make Brisket Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Step 1: Roast the Poblano Peppers

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roast the Peppers: Place the poblano peppers directly on a baking sheet and roast them in the oven for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is blistered and charred. Once roasted, remove the peppers and place them in a bowl, covering with plastic wrap for about 10 minutes. This makes the skins easier to peel.
3. Peel the Peppers: After the peppers have steamed, peel off the charred skin and discard. Cut a slit down the side of each pepper and remove the seeds. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Brisket Filling

4. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Add the Brisket and Spices: Stir in the shredded brisket, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Add the salsa to the mixture and stir until everything is well combined.

Step 3: Stuff the Poblano Peppers

6. Stuff the Peppers: Gently open the slit in each poblano pepper and stuff them with the brisket mixture. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of each stuffed pepper.

Step 4: Bake the Stuffed Peppers

8. Bake: Place the stuffed peppers back into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

9. Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve with sour cream or guacamole on the side for a cool, creamy contrast to the smoky flavors.