The mild, garden-fresh heat of poblanos is the basis for this classic vegetarian tamale filling from Chef Rick Lopez.
Rick Lopez
Heat a large Carbon Steel Frying Pan or Griddle over medium-high heat until hot.
Toss poblanos in 1 Tbsp. oil and cook until all sides have color and start to blister, 10โ12 minutes. Place in a medium bowl and cover with plastic to steam, about 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, using a Chef Knife, slice onions in half lengthwise and then lengthwise again into ยผ-inch-thick slices. Toss with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until browned, 6-7 minutes.
Peel poblanos and cut into ยผ-inch strips. Once onions have a little bit of color, add poblano strips to griddle and mix well. Use some of the poblano steaming liquid to deglaze griddle. Once everything is incorporated, remove rajas and reserve. Chill until ready to assemble.