Description
Smoky brisket-stuffed poblano peppers bring Mexican-inspired comfort to your dinner table, melding tender slow-cooked meat with roasted chile heat. Bold flavors and hearty ingredients invite you to savor this rustic, soul-warming dish that celebrates robust southwestern cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 large poblano peppers
- 3 cups (1 pound) chopped beef brisket
- 2 1/2 cups shredded colby jack cheese or pepper jack
Secondary Ingredients:
- 14.5 ounces (1 can) petite diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
Garnish:
- 2 green onion tops, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare a wood-fired grill, targeting 300°F with pecan or hickory wood chips to infuse a robust smoky essence.
- Carefully cleanse poblano peppers, then pat dry. Delicately slice along one side to create a boat-like cavity, preserving the stem for structural integrity.
- Craft a hearty filling by combining tender, chopped brisket with melted cheese, diced tomatoes, and aromatic granulated garlic. Meticulously spoon the mixture into the pepper vessels.
- Position peppers on the grill’s cooler zone, maintaining a closed lid to trap heat and smoke. Roast for approximately 30 minutes until peppers soften and filling reaches a piping hot temperature.
- Transfer grilled peppers to a serving platter. Embellish with fresh tomato segments and finely sliced green onions for a vibrant, colorful presentation.
Notes
- Customize the smoke wood to match your taste preferences, with pecan offering a milder flavor and hickory providing a more intense smoky profile.
- When cutting poblano peppers, use a sharp knife and steady hand to create an even “boat” without piercing the bottom, ensuring the filling stays intact during grilling.
- Drain canned tomatoes thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the brisket stuffing soggy, maintaining a rich and concentrated flavor.
- For a leaner option, choose trimmed brisket or substitute with pulled chicken or plant-based protein to accommodate different dietary needs while keeping the dish’s core essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 462 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg