Here’s what happens when you order “Christmas style” at Cocina Azul: your plate arrives smothered in both red and green chile sauces, a local tradition that showcases New Mexico’s two most important flavors.
The red sauce tastes earthy and deep from sun-dried New Mexico red chilies, while the green sauce brings brighter, tangier heat from Hatch green chiles with that famous roasted flavor.
This family-owned spot has been voted “Best in the City” year after year for a reason – owner Frank B. makes savory small batches of fresh New Mexican food daily, creating authentic indigenous cuisine that keeps people lining up despite no reservations and squished waiting areas.
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