Forget the foodie hype, New Mexico’s green chile has been stealing the show long before trends had a taste. From Hatch Valley to Albuquerque, these classics prove that some flavors don’t need Instagram clout to command attention.
Spicy, smoky, and just tangy enough to make your taste buds sit up and take notes, green chile isn’t a garnish here.
It’s the main event, the kind of ingredient that can turn an ordinary dish into a full-on celebration. These recipes are built on tradition, fire, and a little bit of rebellion, passed down from kitchens that know what heat, and heart, really mean…