Ingredient

New Mexico Chile

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use New Mexico chile powder or flakes to add a mild, smoky flavor …

What it is

New Mexico chile is a variety of chili pepper grown in New Mexico. These peppers are typically dried and ground into a powder or used fresh. They have a mild to medium heat level and a distinct, earthy flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use New Mexico chile powder or flakes to add a mild, smoky flavor and a reddish color to foods. It is commonly found in spice blends, sauces, marinades, and processed snacks like popcorn and peanuts.

Health notes

New Mexico chile is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Capsaicin, the compound that gives chiles their heat, has been studied for potential health effects, but research is ongoing and evidence is mixed. JECFA has evaluated capsaicinoids and did not set a numeric limit. It is not known to cause adverse effects at the levels typically consumed in food.

Allergen info

New Mexico chile is not a major allergen. It is a fruit and does not contain gluten.

Products containing New Mexico Chile

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SALPICA Rustic Tomato Salsa With Roasted Garlic Dips & Salsa 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Frontera Foods, Inc. Medium Fire-Roasted Vegetables With New Mexico Chile Tomato Sauce, Sweet Potatoes & Plantains Taco Skillet, Veggie Frozen Dinners & Entrees 92kcal 2.8Protein 1.6Fat 16.4Carbs ConAgra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC Mild Chicken Grilled Chicken Breast With New Mexico Chile Tomato Sauce, Peppers & Onions Taco Skillet, Mild Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 69kcal 7.9Protein 2.1Fat 4.5Carbs

Frontera Foods, Inc. Mild 3 Bean & Grain Blend, New Mexico Chile Sauce, Peppers, Onions, Plantains, Chard & Kale Taco Bowl, 3 Bean Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 110kcal 3.8Protein 1.3Fat 20.2Carbs Frontera Foods, Inc. Mild Seared, Braised Pork With New Mexico Chile Sauce, Peppers, Grain Blend & Pineapple Al Pastor Taco Bowl, Mild Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 99kcal 5.3Protein 3.3Fat 11.5Carbs United Natural Foods, Inc. Southwest Trail Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 533kcal 20Protein 43.3Fat 30Carbs Cedarlane Natural Foods, Inc. Bean, Rice & Cheese Burrito Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 194kcal 5.9Protein 5.3Fat 30Carbs Cedarlane Natural Foods, Inc. Beef & Sweet Potato Tamale Other Deli 225kcal 7.0Protein 13.4Fat 17.6Carbs Cedarlane Natural Foods, Inc. Chicken Fajita Bowl Other Deli High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 135kcal 7.9Protein 5Fat 15Carbs Montana Mex LLC Chile Salt Seasoning Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs ConAgra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC Mild Roasted Tomato Salsa, Mild Roasted Tomato Dips & Salsa 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs ConAgra Foods Packaged Foods, LLC Barbecue Pulled Pork Slow Cook Sauce, Barbecue Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 58kcal 1.7Protein 1.7Fat 10Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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