California Green Chili: mildest and usually about 5 to 8 inches long.
Poblano: This is the chili used for chili rellenos. It looks similar to a bell
pepper. It is mild with only a trace of heat.
Jalapeno: This 2 1/2 inch pepper packs quite a bit of heat.
Serrano: These are very hot, usually about 1 1/2 inches long and can be red or
green.
Carne Con Chilies
1 large round steak cut into 1 inch cubes
1 C. chopped onion
1 to 2 cans (4 oz. each) chopped jalapeno peppers (depending on how hot you like
it)
1 32 oz. can crushed tomatoes
8 oz. tomato sauce
2 t. crushed garlic
salt and pepper
Saute beef cubes in oil until brown in small batches. Add onion, garlic, salt
and pepper. Cook until onions start to get transparent. Add jalapeno peppers,
tomatoes and tomato sauce. Cook 1 hour or until beef is very tender.
Serve with warmed flour tortillas and refried beans.
