Spice up your meals with this delicious Santa Fe Hatch Chile Green Sauce

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Spice up your meals with this delicious Santa Fe Hatch Chile Green Sauce
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 15, 2024

Add some heat to your dishes with this zesty Santa Fe Hatch Chile Green Sauce. Made with fresh Hatch chiles, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice, this sauce is perfect for drizzling over tacos, enchiladas, grilled meats, or as a dip. It's quick and easy to prepare, and will elevate any meal with its vibrant flavors. Get ready to experience the taste of the Southwest!

Ingredients

  • 6 medium Hatch chiles, roasted, peeled, and seeded
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted Hatch chiles, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, water, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  4. Transfer the sauce to a jar or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy with your favorite dishes!

Interesting Facts

  • Hatch chiles are grown in the Hatch Valley region of New Mexico and are known for their unique flavor and heat.
  • The heat level of Hatch chiles can vary from mild to hot, so choose the ones that suit your taste.
  • Hatch chiles are only available fresh for a short period each year, usually in late summer to early fall, so make the most of them while you can!