STUFFED POBLANO PEPPERS

Source: liverfoundation.org

PRESENTATION

Second course prepared with beans, extra virgin olive oil, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, chili pepper, lime, cayenne pepper, corn, mozzarella, cilantro, poblano peppers, tomato sauce

INGREDIENTS:

2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans (low sodium), rinsed
1 cup water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped fine
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon grated lime zest plus 1 tablespoon juice
Salt Free Seasoning (to taste)
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups frozen corn
4 oz shredded low-fat mozzarella
¼ cup minced fresh cilantro
8 poblano chiles
Tomato salsa (Sugar free)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil and set wire rack in each (it’s ok if you don’t have a wire rack!). Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. Using a potato masher or fork, mash half of beans and water together in bowl until mostly smooth.
Add olive oil to skillet and add onion; cook until softened. Stir in garlic, cumin, oregano, chili powder, lime zest, ½ teaspoon salt-free seasoning, and cayenne and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir inmashed beanmixture and cook, stirring constantly, until nearly all liquid has evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in remaining beans and corn and cook until warmed through.
Remove skillet from heat and stir in cheese, cilantro, and lime juice. Season with salt-free seasoning to taste.
Leaving stem intact, cut lengthwise down 1 side of each poblano. Microwave poblanos in covered bowl until just pliable (about 2½ minutes). Gently open poblanos, remove seeds, and stuff with bean and cheese mixture. Lay poblanos, stuffed side up, on prepared sheets. Bake until tender, about 30 to 40 minutes. Serve with sugar free salsa and enjoy!

ALLERGENS:

Garlic: Very rare cases of garlic reactivity have been reported.

Onion: Possible reactivity in cases of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate nickel.

Coriander: Possible cross-reactivity in cases of allergies to Artemisia and Compositae.

Cumin: Possible cross-reactivity in cases of allergies to Artemisia and Compositae.

Beans: Possible cross-reaction in cases of allergies to Parietaria.

Lime: Possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in cases of allergies to grass pollen.

Corn: Possible cross-reaction in cases of sensitivity to grass pollen. Very high glycemic index.

Mozzarella: Milk allergens.

Extra virgin olive oil: Allergy is uncommon. No intolerance described.

Oregano: Reactivity in cases of sensitivity to Lamiaceae (or Labiatae): thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, catnip

Cayenne pepper: Possible cross-reactivity in cases of spice intolerance

Poblano peppers: Possible cross-reactivity in cases of spice intolerance

Chili peppers: Possible cross-reactivity in cases of spice intolerance

Tomatoes: Possible cross-reactivity in cases of grass sensitivity

NOTE

Prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients in this dish provide the following benefits:

Garlic: It has immunostimulant properties, promotes liver function, and the elimination of waste products. It also has cholesterol-lowering, lipid-lowering, antiplatelet, hypotensive, and hypoglycemic properties, which promote cardiac function.

Onion: It is rich in selenium, which supports the immune system and has the ability to stabilize blood glucose levels at normal levels. It also provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps control blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, parameters related to cardiovascular risk. It also supports liver function by promoting body detoxification. Also recommended for kidney patients, it is a good diuretic that prevents kidney stones. Especially when consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

Coriander: Traditional Indian medicine includes the use of this plant for bladder problems, among other things.

Cumin: Cumin’s beneficial effects for diarrhea and kidney stones, as attributed by Indian medicine, are not recognized.

Beans: A source of zinc and factors that support the proper functioning of the immune system, as well as minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants, they protect the cardiovascular system. Also recommended for kidney patients. They support liver function due to their supply of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Especially when eaten with the skin, they provide folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

Lime: Rich in antioxidants: vitamin C, beta-carotene, etc., which promote liver cell regeneration, immune system function, and protect the cardiovascular system. Also recommended for kidney patients and useful for liver function due to their supply of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This species provides folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

Corn: Rich in carotenoids that support the immune system. It stimulates the synthesis of serotonin, which combats depression and promotes a good mood.

Buffalo mozzarella: one of the few cheeses that can be included in a low-calorie (if not seasoned with oil) and low-sodium (therefore combating hypertension) diet, as well as a high-cholesterol diet. It is also rich in lactic acid flora. The presence of tryptophan helps combat depression.

Extra virgin olive oil: a source of vitamin E, which protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids.

Oregano: provides antioxidants and vitamin E, which support the proper functioning of the immune system.

Cayenne pepper: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system. It reduces blood cholesterol levels and prevents its formation in the arteries. It contains vitamins A, D, and E and is very effective in activating venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

Poblano peppers: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol levels and prevents its formation in the arteries. Contains vitamins A, D, and E and is very effective in activating venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

Chili peppers: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, reduces blood cholesterol levels and prevents its formation in the arteries. Contains vitamins A, D, and E and is very effective in activating venous and capillary circulation. It provides folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

Tomato: Rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants that protect the cardiovascular system; also recommended for kidney patients. Helps liver function due to its supply of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Especially when eaten with the skin, it provides folic acid, which is linked to the production of serotonin and therefore promotes a good mood and combats depression.

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