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Smoky Hatch Green Chile Sauce

Smoky Hatch Green Chile Sauce

Elenor Craig
This Smoky Hatch Green Chile Sauce is a celebration of the vibrant flavors of New Mexico. Inspired by the annual Hatch Chile Festival, this sauce brings the unmistakable smokiness and mild heat of hatch chiles to your table, transforming any dish it graces.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 cups
Calories 109 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 500 g Hatch green chiles roasted and peeled
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cups vegetable broth unsalted
  • Salt to taste coarse sea salt
  • Pepper to taste ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent and beginning to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for another 1 minute, stirring continuously until it's fragrant.
  • Stir in the smoked paprika, ensuring the onions and garlic are well-coated, releasing a smoky aroma.
  • Add the roasted Hatch green chiles, ensuring they coat evenly with the other ingredients. Cook for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop beautifully.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture until you achieve a smooth consistency. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a countertop blender, blending in batches if necessary.
  • Once blended, return the sauce to the pan, add lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer briefly to incorporate the lime's acidity, ensuring the flavors are balanced.

Notes

For additional depth, try adding a dash of ground cumin or a sprinkle of cilantro just before serving. If Hatch chiles are unavailable, substitute with Anaheim peppers, though the smokiness may vary.

Nutrition

Calories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 417mgPotassium: 25mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 248IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.2mg
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