Looking for a dish with a spicy kick and a whole lot of personality? These Stuffed Green Chiles are it! Filled with a savory, meaty mixture of tofu and seitan, they offer a delicious and satisfying twist on a Mexican-inspired classic. They're so good, you might just find yourself having a fiesta in your kitchen. Just be sure to have some water ready!
2large-size green chilessuch as Anaheims or poblanos
160gdiced red onion
170gextra-firm tofudrained, pressed, and crumbled
170gseitandiced
30mlextra-virgin olive oil
60gnondairy cream cheese or plain soy or other nondairy yogurt
18gmellow white or yellow misooptional
36gtaco seasoningstore-bought or homemade
Sour creamstore-bought or homemade, for serving
Salsa or enchilada saucestore-bought or homemade, for serving
Instructies
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Cut a slit in each chile lengthwise from top to bottom, removing the seeds and core.
Rinse under water to remove any stray seeds.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced onion, crumbled tofu, seitan, olive oil, cream cheese, miso (if using), and taco seasoning.
Mash everything together with your hands until well incorporated.
Stuff each chile with half of the mixture.
Place the stuffed chiles on the prepared baking sheet and bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until slightly browned and tender.
Serve with sour cream, salsa, or enchilada sauce.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:These stuffed chiles are a fantastic main dish. For a complete Mexican meal, serve them alongside warm tortillas, a side of Spanish rice, and black beans to soak up all the delicious flavors.Wine Advice:When you're dealing with a spicy dish like this, you need a wine that can handle the heat without wilting. A crisp, chilled Chardonnay is an excellent choice. Its subtle buttery notes and refreshing finish will beautifully complement the creamy, savory filling of the chiles. For a truly unique pairing, a dry Riesling can also work wonders, as its high acidity and hint of sweetness will provide a welcome contrast to the spice. It's a combination that's sure to make your taste buds happy.