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poblano mushrooms

This smoky and creamy poblano mushroom dish is perfect for a quick vegetarian dinner. Served over polenta, it combines earthy flavors with a spicy kick.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pcs poblano peppers
  • 0.75 cup light sour cream
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup sliced green onions
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 16 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in water

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or in the oven until slightly charred. Cover with a towel to steam and soften. Cut into pieces and set aside. Puree sour cream, water, oil, garlic, and salt in a food processor. Add green onions and roasted poblano peppers, blend until desired texture.
  2. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Stir in cornmeal and salt, reduce heat, and simmer for 5-10 minutes until thick. Mix in 1 tablespoon butter after cooking.
  3. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over high heat. Add garlic and mushrooms, sauté until golden. Pour in the poblano sauce and add dissolved cornstarch. Simmer until sauce thickens. Serve mushrooms over the polenta.

Notes

A simple, flavorful dish that packs a punch of smoky spice and creamy mushroom goodness. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal.