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Creamy Roasted Poblano, Corn and Zucchini Tacos

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, tacos are a beloved staple in Mexican cuisine, showcasing diverse ingredients and flavors. These creamy roasted poblano, corn, and zucchini tacos highlight seasonal vegetables and are often enjoyed during family gatherings or festive occasions. Today, tacos have gained global popularity, with countless variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 poblano peppers
2 medium zucchini
1 cup corn kernels
1 medium white onion
3 cloves garlic
1 cup cultured cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Mexican oregano

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

poblano peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: Anaheim peppers

Bell peppers are milder and more accessible

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories

taco shells

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: homemade tortillas

Lettuce wraps reduce carbs and calories

1

Grill roast the poblano peppers until completely blackened on the outside.

2

Place roasted poblanos in a bowl and cover with a kitchen towel.

3

Grill zucchini until almost tender.

4

Slice a large white onion and chop a few cloves of garlic.

5

Cut corn kernels off the cob.

6

Once cooled, rub off the black skin from the poblanos, tear them open, remove seeds, and rinse briefly under running water.

7

Slice the poblanos into thin strips.

8

Caramelize the onions and garlic in a bit of olive oil.

9

Add the grilled zucchini, corn, and roasted poblanos to the skillet.

10

Stir in a few big spoonfuls of cultured cream and sprinkle with salt.

11

Let the mixture simmer until the cream reduces enough to lightly coat the vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

roastingsautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletbowlplastic wraptaco shell holder

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Poblano Corn TacosVegetarian Tacos
Local Name: Tacos cremosos de poblano asado, maíz y calabacita

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