Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. fresh large poblano chiles
  • 1 onion, quartered, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano
  • 3/4 cup Mexican crema
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack Kosher salt
  • 12 Chorizo Sausage Patties
  • 12 6-inch flour tortillas
  • 1 bunch cilantro (sprigs only)
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 12 grape tomatoes (halved)

Details

Product:

Chorizo

Meal Course:

Lunch

Dish Type:

Entrée, Sandwich

Preparation

  1. To make Rajas: Preheat broiler to high. Place chiles over high heat; roast until charred and tender, 15-20 minutes. Place in bowl, cover with plastic for 15 minutes.
  2. Peel chiles, halve lengthwise; discard seeds. Cut crosswise into ¼ inch strips.
  3. Heat skillet over medium-high; add onion and brown, stirring often. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute then add oregano and 1 cup water; reduce 5-7 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.
  4. Add chiles; cook for about 5-7 minutes then add crème and cheese. Add water as needed then season to taste with salt. Keep warm.
  5. Heat convection oven to 350°F. Place Chorizo Patties on roasting pan and heat for 5-7 minutes or internal temperature of 140°F. Keep Warm.
  6. Heat skillet over medium/high heat; heat tortillas. Keep warm.
  7. To build sandwiches: place chorizo in center of tortilla, top with 1 table spoon rajas and fold in from the right side, bottom and left side; leaving the top open. Secure with tooth pick and serve. Garnish with tomatoes and cilantro.