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Rajas con Crema y Elote

45 min
260 kcal
4 servings

By eatmundo · August 3, 2026

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A classic Mexican dish of roasted poblano strips sautéed with sweet corn kernels and a luxurious cream sauce. It is a comforting, vegetarian staple often served as a side or a taco filling.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Rajas con Crema y Elote from another cuisine is Grzyby w śmietanie (Poland): the two share 67% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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How to Make It

  • 1

    Char the 4 poblano peppers over an open flame or under a broiler until the skin is blistered and blackened all over.

  • 2

    Place the charred peppers in a plastic bag for 10 minutes to steam, then peel off the blackened skin, remove seeds, and slice into thin strips.

  • 3

    In a large pan, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until soft, about 5 minutes.

  • 4

    Add the 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  • 5

    Stir in the 2 cups of corn kernels and sauté for 5 minutes until the corn is slightly golden.

  • 6

    Add the prepared poblano strips to the pan and toss everything together for 2 minutes to combine the flavors.

  • 7

    Pour in the 150ml of heavy cream and 0.5 tsp salt, simmering on low heat for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rajas con Crema y Elote?

Rajas con Crema y Elote is a Mexican dish consisting of roasted poblano pepper strips, corn, and onions simmered in a cream-based sauce. It is typically served as a side dish, a taco filling, or a main course accompanied by tortillas.

Can I replace poblano peppers?

Anaheim peppers are the best substitute for poblanos if they are not available, although they are generally a bit milder.

What is the secret to peeling peppers?

Steaming the charred peppers in a bag for 10 minutes traps the moisture, which makes the blackened skin pull away from the flesh easily.

What should I serve this with?

It is excellent with warm corn tortillas, grilled chicken, or as a creamy accompaniment to grilled meats.

Is the cream supposed to boil?

Only let it simmer gently; high heat can cause the cream to separate or curdle, ruining the smooth texture of the sauce.

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