Jekel- Monterey County, Ca Recipe
Make Jekel- Monterey County, Ca Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Peppers
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Place them on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- 2
Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the Monterey Jack cheese, black beans (drained and rinsed), corn kernels, chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 3
Stuff the Peppers
Spoon the cheese and bean mixture evenly into each half of the poblano peppers.
- 4
Bake the Stuffed Peppers
Place the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the peppers are tender.
Serving
- 5
Prepare the Chips
While the peppers are baking, prepare a platter with tortilla chips.
- 6
Plate the Dish
Once the peppers are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve the stuffed peppers on the platter with tortilla chips on the side.
- 7
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish the stuffed peppers with additional fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy your Jekel-inspired Monterey County dish!