Best 3 New Mexico Green Chile Sauce Recipes

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New Mexico green chile sauce is a staple condiment in the Southwestern United States, known for its vibrant color, zesty flavor, and versatile culinary applications. Whether you're a local New Mexican or simply a fan of bold and flavorful cuisine, crafting the perfect green chile sauce at home can be a rewarding and delicious endeavor. With the right combination of fresh green chiles, aromatic spices, and a touch of tangy vinegar, you can create a sauce that adds depth and character to any dish. From classic enchiladas and breakfast burritos to zesty tacos and flavorful soups, the possibilities are endless when it comes to incorporating this fiery condiment into your culinary creations. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets to making a tantalizing New Mexico green chile sauce that will surely tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TRADITIONAL-STYLE NEW MEXICO GREEN CHILE SAUCE



Traditional-Style New Mexico Green Chile Sauce image

Every New Mexican cook has a green chile sauce, but it has to be very good sauce, or her reputation as a good cook suffers. They serve this sauce at any meal. At breakfast it is served over eggs or potatoes. It is used over burritos, in enchiladas, or over grilled meats and roasted potatoes for lunch or dinner. It is best when it is fresh or used within one day of being made. This recipe comes from Sandy Szwarc's "Real New Mexico Chile".

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Sauces

Time 35m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons flour or 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups pork stock or 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 cup chopped roasted and peeled new mexico pepper ("or" frozen "or" canned)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a medium sauce pan, saute the onion and garlic in the oil over medium-high heat, until tender (about 3 minutes).
  • Stir in the flour, cumin, salt and pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the stock and simmer until thick and smooth.
  • Stir in the chiles and oregano.
  • At this point you may cool, and store in refrigerator, covered, for up to one day.
  • To serve, heat thoroughly.

NEW MEXICO GREEN CHILE SAUCE/CHILE VERDE



NEW MEXICO GREEN CHILE SAUCE/CHILE VERDE image

Categories     Sauce     Salad Dressing

Yield 3.5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1.5 lbs mild New Mexico green chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded deveined and chopped to measure 2 cups
3/4 lb fresh hot green NM chiles roasted, peeled seeded, deveined and chopped to measure 1 cup
IF NM CHILES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: Substitute fresh Poblano chiles for fresh NM.
4 c water
1/2 white onion, cut into med dice
2 t dried Mexican oregano
6 cloves garlic, finely mincerd
1.5 t fosher salt
2 T vegetable oil
3 T all purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients except the vegetable oil and flour, in a large saucepan over medium heat. Simmer uncovered, until juice has thickened and is opaque, 20-30 min. Stir occasionally, taking care that the chiles do not burn or stick to the bottom of the pan. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil and flour until smooth and well blended, to form the base for a roux. Place in a saucepan over medium-high heat until hot and bubbling. Reducer the heat to low and whisk constantly until roux is slightly brown and has a nutty flavor. Remove from heat. Add 1/2 c of the green chile mixture to the roux and whisk thoroughly until smooth. Add the roux to the remaining chile mixture and cook over low heat untl the sauce thickens and the flour taste disappears (about 15 min) Add salt to taste. Cool , coer and store in non reactive container in refry until needed up to 4 days. Check that it does not sour. Can be frozen up to 2 mo. To serve, reheat over low heat. VARIATION : CHILE VERDE Prepare sauce as directed. Cut 1 lb pork shoulder in half and trim off fat. Place pork in a saucepan with 2 white onions, quartered, 1.5 t. salt, 2 t cumin seeds, 2 t dried Mexican oregano, 12 whole black peppercorns, and water to cover about 8 cups. Cover and simmer over low heat uti meat is tender, about 1 hr. Drain,and with two opposing forks , shred the meat into long strings, Chop the shredded meat with a cleaver into 1/2 inch lengths and stir into prepared green chile sauce.

NEW MEXICO GREEN CHILE SAUCE



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This is a versatile green Chile sauce that can be used for just about anything calling for a green sauce. I prefer using Hatch Big Jim Green Chile Peppers because of the flavor and medium heat. The heat index can be raised or lowered depending on the Chile peppers used. If you already have roasted and chopped green chilies skip the first 4 directions.

Provided by samuel

Categories     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ounces chili peppers, halved and seeded
3 tablespoons corn oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Set oven rack 6 inches from the heat source and preheat oven's broiler.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place chile peppers cut-side down on baking sheet.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until the skin is heavily blistered and turning black, about 4 minutes.
  • Transfer chile peppers to a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 15 minutes. Peel and chop the chile peppers.
  • Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in flour until mixture thickens. Stir in chopped chile peppers, beef broth, and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of green chile. In New Mexico, the most popular type of green chile for making sauce is the Hatch chile. Hatch chiles are known for their smoky, slightly sweet flavor.
  • Roast the chiles before making the sauce. Roasting the chiles brings out their flavor and makes them easier to peel and chop.
  • Remove the seeds and ribs from the chiles before making the sauce. This will help to reduce the heat of the sauce.
  • Use a blender or food processor to make the sauce. This will help to create a smooth and creamy sauce.
  • Add other ingredients to the sauce, such as tomatoes, onions, garlic, and cumin, to taste.
  • Cook the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the sauce with your favorite Mexican dishes, such as tacos, burritos, and enchiladas.

Conclusion:

New Mexico green chile sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used to add a kick of heat and flavor to a variety of dishes. With its smoky, slightly sweet flavor, New Mexico green chile sauce is a favorite among New Mexicans and is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering.

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