Ingredient

Hatch Chiles

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Hatch chiles are used as a flavoring ingredient, adding a unique, mild to moderate …

What it is

Hatch chiles are a variety of chile pepper grown primarily in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico. They are known for their distinctive flavor, which can range from sweet to spicy depending on the specific variety and growing conditions. After harvesting, they are often roasted to enhance their flavor and aroma before being used in dishes.

Why it's used

Hatch chiles are used as a flavoring ingredient, adding a unique, mild to moderate heat and smoky taste to a wide variety of foods. Manufacturers include them in products like sauces, dips, cheeses, processed meats, and snacks to provide a distinct Southwestern flavor profile.

Health notes

Hatch chiles are a vegetable and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They contain capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat in peppers, which is being studied for potential health effects. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but the focus is typically on isolated compounds rather than whole vegetables in typical dietary amounts.

Allergen info

Hatch chiles are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Hatch Chiles

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Beehive Cheese Co. LLC Red Butte Hatch Chile Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 404kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Hatch Chili Cheese Spread, Hatch Chili Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 400kcal 13.3Protein 36.7Fat 3.3Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Hatch Chili Cheese Spread, Hatch Chili Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 400kcal 13.3Protein 36.7Fat 3.3Carbs Snap Kitchen Investments, LLC Hatch Chile Chicken Alfredo, Hatch Chile Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 46% DV per serving 205kcal 13.4Protein 10.9Fat 12.4Carbs Rick's Salsa LLC Hatch Green Chile Awesome Sauce Made With Avocado Oil, Hatch Green Chile Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 71kcal 0Protein 3.6Fat 7.1Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Hatch Pepper Wing Sauce, Hatch Pepper Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 167kcal 0Protein 13.3Fat 6.7Carbs Henning's Cheese Hatch Pepper Cold Pack Cheese Spread, Hatch Pepper Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 321kcal 14.3Protein 25Fat 10.7Carbs Bonache Sauce LLC Hatch Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 20kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6Carbs Rouse's Enterprises, Inc. Pickled Hatch Chile Peppers, Pickled Hatch Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 18kcal —Protein 0Fat 3.6Carbs Hatch Chile Jalapeno Jam, Hatch Chile Jalapeno Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods, Inc. Hatch Chile Jalapeno Jam, Hatch Chile Jalapeno Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 125kcal 0Protein 0Fat 35Carbs Risvold's Inc. Hatch Chile Salsa, Hatch Chile Dips & Salsa 17kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Snap Kitchen Investments, LLC Chicken Large Enchiladas With Spanish Rice, Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 127kcal 7.3Protein 4.5Fat 14.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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