Roasted Green Chile Peppers

Roasted green chile peppers are unripe peppers that have been roasted over an open flame or in an oven. This process gives them a smoky flavor and a tender texture. They are a variety of the Capsicum annuum plant, native to the Americas.

Roasted green chile peppers are used to add a distinct smoky and slightly spicy flavor to a wide variety of dishes. They are commonly found in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, including salsas, dips, enchiladas, soups, and as a topping for grilled meats and vegetables.

Roasted green chile peppers are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a source of vitamins A and C, and capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat. JECFA has evaluated capsaicin, and EFSA has evaluated capsaicinoids. While generally safe in typical food amounts, excessive consumption of very spicy foods can cause digestive discomfort in some individuals.