Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas
Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas feature flaky, golden pastry wrapped around smoky roasted poblano strips and creamy Manchego, delivering a rich, gently spicy bite. The contrast of crisp crust and gooey cheese makes them special for gatherings, game days, or a cozy snack. Serve warm with a tangy salsa or crema to complement the roasted chile flavor.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 35 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 28
- Performance
- 26
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Set the poblano directly on the grates of a gas stove. Cook over medium heat, turning with tongs now and then, until blackened and charred, about 5 minutes. Put it in a sealed plastic bag and let it cool for 7 to 8 minutes. Peel off the charred skin, remove the seeds, and cut the flesh into 1-inch squares.
- 3
Spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons Manchego cheese onto each empanada disc. Add 1/2 tablespoon poblano peppers on top of each. Fold the dough over the filling to close. Moisten your fingers with water and run them along the edges to help seal. Press the edges together. Arrange the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and brush them with beaten egg.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 24 to 26 minutes.
- Calories 215.68 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 9.22 g Moderate 18%
- Carbohydrate 21.87 g 8%
- Total Fat 10.21 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 6.02 g High 30%
- Trans Fat 0.62 g High --
- Cholesterol 38.03 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 239.61 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 1.34 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 2.34 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 161.7 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 1.26 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 38.14 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 36.37 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 7.52 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin D 0.09 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas is made with 4 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Eggs, Empanada Dough, Manchego Cheese, and Poblano Pepper. Each serving provides about 215.68 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas made of?
- The main ingredients are Eggs, Empanada Dough, Manchego Cheese, Poblano Pepper. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 215.68 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas healthy?
- Cheese and Poblano Rajas Empanadas has an easyChef Pro health score of 31/100. Per serving, it provides 215.68 calories and 9.22 g of protein, or 18% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 239.61 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.02 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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