Queso Fundido Recipe
Melted mix cheeses with sautéed poblano peppers & onions.
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Ingredients
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Cheeses
Vegetables
Other
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prep the Vegetables
Remove the stems and seeds from the poblano peppers. Dice the peppers, onion, and mince the garlic.
- 2
Grate the Cheese
Grate both the Monterey Jack and Chihuahua cheese and set aside.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced poblano peppers and onions. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Add the Cheese
Reduce the heat to low. Add the grated cheeses to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and combined, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5
Season the Mixture
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in half of the fresh cilantro.
Serving
- 6
Serve
Transfer the queso fundido to a serving dish and garnish with the remaining cilantro. Serve immediately with tortilla chips for dipping.
