The two ingredient taco filling everyone should know how to make.
Ethan Chlebowski
6 min, 4 sec
The video showcases a simple and versatile recipe for a poblano con queso taco, which can be made vegetarian or with added meats such as steak or chicken.
Summary
- The taco is praised for its quick preparation time, under 10 minutes, and its high satisfaction level relative to the effort required.
- The creator, Ethan, revisits the recipe to offer variations and to demonstrate adding meat, a step not covered in his previous video.
- Ethan discusses options for the type of pepper and cheese used, as well as cooking techniques for charring and melting.
- Instructions for adding meat to the taco and suggestions for toppings like hot sauce, pickled onions, or salsa are provided.
Chapter 1
Ethan introduces the poblano con queso taco as a quick, versatile, and satisfying meal option.
- Ethan claims the taco takes less than 10 minutes to make and can be vegetarian or paired with meats.
- A standard serving contains 407 calories and 22 grams of protein.
- Ethan emphasizes the high satisfaction yield for the minimal effort required.
Chapter 2
Ethan shares his approach to cooking and the origins of his favorite taco from Mexico City.
- Ethan introduces himself and his passion for finding and sharing better cooking methods.
- He describes the poblano con queso taco as his favorite from Mexico City, prompting a refreshed tutorial video.
Chapter 3
Instructions on variations of peppers, cheeses, and the cooking process for the taco.
- Poblano, Anaheim, bell, or jalapeno peppers can be used based on spice preference.
- Cheese options include Mexican manchego, Monterey Jack, Oaxaca cheese, or mozzarella.
- An array of high to medium-low heat sources can be utilized for charring and melting.
Chapter 4
Ethan explains the process of cooking the poblano pepper and assembling the taco.
- After charring the pepper, it's chopped and combined with cheese for pan-frying.
- Ethan prefers not removing the charred skin for flavor and reassures it's not as harmful as char on meat.
- The taco is assembled by warming a tortilla on the grill and adding the poblano-cheese mixture.
Chapter 5
Ethan demonstrates how to incorporate meat into the poblano con queso taco for a non-vegetarian option.
- Meat is browned on a griddle during the pepper charring stage.
- Ethan uses USDA choice stew meat marinated with mayonnaise, spices, and lime.
- The cooked meat is combined with roasted poblano and cheese until melty.
Chapter 6
Ethan encourages viewers to share their versions of the taco and signs off after highlighting the crispy texture.
- He invites viewers to send photos of their taco creations on Instagram.
- Ethan expresses his satisfaction with the crispy exterior of the tacos and concludes the video.
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