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As long as there are gray, damp days during winter, there\u2019s room for a comforting roasted poblano soup. It\u2019s an instant pick-me-up and surprisingly filling too. Once you\u2019ve taken care of roasting the peppers, everything easily comes together in a single pot.<\/p>\n
The original poblano pepper soup recipe has its heart in Puebla, Mexico, where the smoky peppers come from. It\u2019s a twist on a classic roasted red pepper soup<\/a>, but you can celebrate the heritage of this cream of poblano soup with melted Mexican queso, tortillas and a crisp cerveza<\/a> to temper the smokey spice.<\/p>\n Place the peppers on a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil for about five minutes until the skins blister, rotating with tongs until all sides are blackened. Immediately place the peppers in a large bowl and allow to cool, covered, for 20 minutes.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> Pepper skins have a tough waxy texture, which is why you want to char and remove them. To speed things up, place the hot peppers in a ziplock bag where they’ll steam slightly. The skins should slide off easily once cool.<\/p>\n Peel off and discard the charred skin. Remove the stems and seeds. Place the peppers into a blender with some of the chicken broth and puree until smooth.<\/p>\n In a Dutch oven or large sauce pot, melt the butter over a medium heat. Add the chopped red onion, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until tender. Add the garlic, salt and pepper, and cook one minute longer. Add the flour, stir for 2 to 3 minutes until browned. Slowly whisk in the remaining chicken broth and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until thickened.<\/p>\n Add the pepper puree, shredded chicken, corn kernels and cilantro. Simmer on low heat for 10 to 12 minutes until the flavors are melded. Stir in the cream and heat through. Serve with toppings as desired.<\/p>\n Allow the soup to cool and store in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stovetop when ready. The flavors improve over time.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re batch cooking, freeze portions of poblano soup in a freezer-safe container for up to six months, then simply thaw overnight in the refrigerator. It\u2019s better to leave out the cream if you\u2019re planning to freeze the soup. Leave it for when you reheat the soup.<\/p>\n As a classic Mexican appetizer, this poblano soup recipe is best served with sour cream, shredded Mexican cheese on top and crispy tortilla strips<\/a>. You can use any shredded cheese that melts quickly, but Mexican queso has that tangy note that brightens up the flavor.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t have to use dairy milk to get a creamy consistency. Try coconut milk or a nut milk (such as cashew) instead. As a cheese substitute go for vegan cheese, or consider topping the soup with avocado slices or pumpkin seeds. It won\u2019t be cheesy, but it will give you that oily mouth feel.<\/p>\n Poblano peppers are a versatile ingredient to have in the kitchen, so if you\u2019re not using them all, we\u2019ve got plenty of poblano pepper recipes<\/a> to try. Leave the skin on and fill them with ground meat for an easy stuffed poblanos<\/a> dish or save some for breakfast and treat everyone to loaded huevos rancheros<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Roasting the poblano peppers really releases the smoky flavor for this warming poblano soup. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Roast the poblano peppers<\/h3>\n
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Step 2: Prepare the pepper puree<\/h3>\n
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Step 3: Simmer the soup<\/h3>\n
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Poblano Soup Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Poblano Soup<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze poblano soup?<\/h3>\n
Poblano Soup Tips<\/h2>\n
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What can I serve with poblano soup?<\/h3>\n
Is there a dairy-free version for cream of poblano soup?<\/h3>\n
What can I make with any leftover poblano peppers?<\/h3>\n