Poblano Bake

Prepare to indulge in a zesty twist on a classic with our Poblano Bake recipe. Stuffed with a tantalizing blend of ground turkey, cooked brown rice, and spices, these poblano peppers offer a mouthwatering South-of-the-border twist on the traditional stuffed bell peppers. Elevate your culinary experience by crowning these savory creations with melted Cheddar cheese and a warm salsa topping. This gluten-free delight promises a flavorful journey that’s easy to prepare and sure to become a household favorite.

Embark on a culinary journey that marries the familiar comfort of stuffed bell peppers with the robust flavors of poblano peppers, ground turkey, and a medley of spices.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 large poblano peppers (approx. 5½ inches long excluding stem)
• ¾ pound raw ground turkey
• ¾ cup cooked brown rice
• 1 teaspoon chile powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 8-ounce jar salsa, warmed

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Begin your culinary escapade by slicing each poblano pepper in half lengthwise, revealing four wide, inviting pepper halves that are perfect vessels for the mouthwatering filling that awaits.
2. Embrace the flavors of the peppers by carefully removing their seeds and membranes, ensuring a perfect canvas for your culinary creation. Rinse the peppers inside and out, inviting their vibrant taste to shine through.
3. In a spacious bowl, orchestrate the symphony of flavors that will fill these peppers. Combine the raw ground turkey, cooked brown rice, chile powder, ground cumin, and garlic powder. Mix this melodic blend well, ensuring each bite harmonizes perfectly.
4. Divulge the harmony into four portions, stuffing each portion into a pepper half with a gentle yet purposeful touch. Press down lightly, allowing the flavors to meld and the filling to take shape.
5. Your air fryer stands ready to elevate this culinary journey. Place two pepper halves within its embrace and set the temperature to 390°F. Let them cook for 10 minutes, embracing the warmth that transforms the turkey filling into a masterpiece.
6. As the final movement of this culinary symphony approaches, crown each pepper half with a quarter of the grated Cheddar cheese. Allow this harmonious topping to melt and mingle with the other flavors for an additional minute.
7. Encores are in order! Embrace the process once more by repeating steps 5 and 6, until all pepper halves have enjoyed their time in the spotlight.

As the curtain falls on your culinary performance, the stage is set for a meal that marries tradition with innovation. Our Poblano Bake offers a gluten-free take on stuffed peppers, blending the comforting embrace of Cheddar cheese with the zesty notes of poblano peppers. The symphony of flavors created by the combination of ground turkey, brown rice, and spices will dance upon your palate, leaving you with a sense of satisfaction that only a well-prepared dish can provide. Crowned with melted Cheddar cheese and a warm salsa topping, this culinary creation invites you to savor the harmony of textures and tastes. With our Poblano Bake, your table will be graced with a gluten-free masterpiece that’s as easy to prepare as it is rewarding to savor.