Hatch Chile Dirty Rice

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 rib celery, diced
• 1-2 Hatch chiles, diced
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and chiles and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the rice and stir to coat with the oil. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
3. Add the chicken broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Hatch chiles are a type of chile pepper grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico.
• The Hatch chile has a unique flavor that is smoky, sweet, and slightly spicy.
• The heat level of Hatch chiles can vary from mild to very hot, so use caution when preparing.