New Mexico Green Chile Powder
New Mexico Green Chile Powder
New Mexico Green Chile Powder, Capsicum annuum, is a medium-heat chile powder that measures 3,000-5,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). It is also referred to as green chili powder, green chile powder, bulk Hatch green chile or Hatch green chile powder.
This chile powder is milled from New Mexico green chiles that are grown in the fertile farming valleys of New Mexico. These long, green peppers are a distant cousin to Anaheim Peppers from California, but with much more flavor and a wider heat spectrum.
- The New Mexico chiles that make up this powder are harvested before they fully mature to preserve the vibrant, sharp tang of unripe fruit.
- Businesses that frequently purchase New Mexico Green Chile Powder are:
- independent spice shops; and
- companies that manufacture cocktail mixes, condiments, salt, and sauces.
We also have New Mexico Green Chile Flakes available.
Flavor Profile
New Mexico Green Chile Powder is vegetal and earthy, with a sharp, crisp, up-front heat and a hint of smokiness.
Heat Level
New Mexico Green Chile Powder is considered a medium heat chile powder, measuring 3,000 - 5,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
How To Use
New Mexico Green Chile Powder is a convenient substitute for jalapenos. Put this powder into chilis, sauces, and salsas, or bake into cornbread. Stir into queso, make a spicy stuffing with New Mexico Green Chile Powder, or blend with cream cheese for a spicy dip.
New Mexico Green Chile Powder is wonderful with chicken, pork, beef, seafood, tofu, cheese, vegetables, and beans, and is best used to saute, roast, or smoke.
New Mexico Green Chile Powder pairs well with lime, lemon, cumin, coriander, corn, mushrooms, garlic, onion, tomatillos, white and cider vinegar, and cilantro.
| Also Called | Green chili powder, green chile powder, bulk Hatch green chile, Hatch green chile powder |
| Species | Capsicum annuum |
| Ingredients | Dried ground New Mexico Green Chiles |
| Flavor Profile | Vegetal, earthy, sharp, crisp, up-front heat, a hint of smokiness |
| Scoville Heat Units | 3,000-5,000 SHU |
| Recommended Uses | Salsas, sauces, chili, queso, chicken, beans, pork, cheeses, tofu, watermelon |
| Cuisine | Mexican, Tex-Mex, American |
| How To Store | Airtight container in a cool, dark place |
| Shelf Life | 6-12 months |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 tsp
Amount Per Serving
Calories11
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium1.1mg0%
Total Carbohydrate2.0g1%
Dietary Fiber0.9g4%
Total Sugars0.4g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.4g1%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium7mg1%
Iron0mg1%
Potassium65mg1%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.
