Easy Chile Relleno Egg Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 medium ancho chiles or 6 dried guajillo chiles (100 grams)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 24 egg roll wrappers
• 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese (120 grams)
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese (120 grams)
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes per batch

Difficulty Level: 2/5 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. If using ancho chiles, remove the stems and seeds. If using guajillo chiles, cut open and remove the seeds.
2. Place the chiles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow to soak for 15 minutes, or until softened.
3. In a blender, puree the softened chiles with the chicken broth, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Pour the chile sauce into a large skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk together the eggs and add ½ cup of the chile sauce. Set aside.
6. On a large platter, spread out the egg roll wrappers. Place a heaping spoonful of the chile mixture in the center of each wrapper. Top with 1 tablespoon each of the cheese, black beans, and corn.
7. Fold up the egg rolls: bring the bottom corner up to meet the top corner, then fold in the sides. Roll up tightly, applying water to the edges to seal.
8. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
9. Fry the egg rolls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
10. Drain on paper towels and serve with additional chile sauce, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per egg roll
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Mexican-inspired flavors with a crispy egg roll exterior
• Savory filling with tender cheese, sweet corn, and flavorful black beans
• Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or light meals
• Versatile dish that can be customized with different fillings and sauces

User Comments:

• "These egg rolls were so delicious and easy to make! The chile sauce was flavorful and added a nice kick." - Sarah
• "I love the combination of flavors and textures in these egg rolls. They were a hit with my family." - John
• "I used ground turkey instead of pork and they turned out great! A healthy and satisfying alternative." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use gloves when handling chiles to avoid skin irritation.
• If you don't have a deep fryer, you can shallow fry the egg rolls in a large skillet with about 1 inch of oil.
• Serve the egg rolls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as chile sauce, guacamole, or sour cream.