Hatch Green Chile Sauce Recipe

Capture the taste of sun-drenched New Mexico with this authentic Hatch green chile sauce! Perfect for topping enchiladas, burritos, tacos, or anything that needs a fiery kick. This recipe uses fresh Hatch chiles for an unparalleled flavor, and freezes beautifully for later use. Make a batch today and savor the taste of the Southwest!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 58 mins
Calories 169.8 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hatch Green Chile Sauce

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How to Make Hatch Green Chile Sauce

  1. Finely chop 1 medium yellow onion. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the saucepan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Add 2 pounds of roasted and peeled Hatch green chiles (about 4-6 depending on size), 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, cayenne pepper, or cumin to your liking.
  6. Once cooled, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g