Hamdi Saidani This delicious Bobby Flay Green Chile Applesauce is a unique, savory twist on traditional applesauce. Quick and easy to make, it combines roasted poblano and tomatillo peppers with a hint of honey and fresh cilantro for a flavorful kick. Perfect as a side dish or a condiment, this versatile recipe uses simple ingredients you likely already have.
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 poblano peppers, stemmed, seeded and coarsely chopped
- 7 small tomatillos, husked and scrubbed (about 3/4 pound)
- 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon honey
How To Make Green Chile Applesauce?
- Preheat the oven: Set to 200°C / 400°F.
- Prepare the vegetables: Toss the poblanos, tomatillos, jalapeno, onion, and garlic with the canola oil on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the vegetables: Roast in the oven for about 20 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and soft.
- Peel the garlic: Let the vegetables cool slightly, then peel the garlic.
- Blend the mixture: Transfer the roasted vegetables to a food processor, add the cilantro, and blend until smooth. Add water if necessary to reach your preferred consistency.
- Season and sweeten: Stir in the honey, and adjust the salt and pepper to taste.
Recipe Tips:
- Roast the vegetables evenly: Make sure to turn the vegetables halfway through roasting so they brown evenly and develop a deep, smoky flavor.
- Peel the garlic after roasting: Roasting garlic in its skin keeps it soft and sweet. After roasting, peel it for smooth blending.
- Adjust consistency with water: If your sauce is too thick, add a small amount of water gradually to reach your desired texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Always taste the mixture after blending to ensure the right balance of salt, pepper, and honey.
- Let the vegetables cool slightly before blending: This prevents the steam from building up in the blender and ensures smoother blendin
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the leftover Green Chile Applesauce cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Green Chile Applesauce can be frozen. Let it cool completely before transferring it to a freezer-safe container or bag. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of total recipe)
- Calories: 128
- Total Fat: 10.31g
- Saturated Fat: 0.75g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4.88mg
- Potassium: 158.43mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 9.28g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.03g
- Sugars: 6.45g
- Protein: 0.88g