How to Roast Hatch Green Chile

Hello, Hatch Chile Fans!

Hatch Green Chile Season 2024 is here! When your chile arrives, you’ll want to get it roasted. We know the thought of roasting chile can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are simple directions for a variety of ways to roast and process your fresh chile order. Want even more details? Keep reading for detailed instructions on roasting Fresh Hatch Green Chile on the grill.

This recipe comes from @thegoldilockskitchen

THE 6 STEPS TO ROASTING GREEN CHILE AND PROCESSING FOR STORAGE

1. Purchase fresh Hatch Green Chile online through The Hatch Chile Store 
2. Roast quickly with very high heat ~500^o F, using a charcoal grill, gas grill, oven broiler, or barrel roaster, until chile pepper peels are charred and very dark all over.
3. Cool in an ice bath, then remove peels while wearing gloves.
4. Remove stems, and chop if desired (I chop some, and leave some whole for Chile Rellenos).
5. Seal smaller portions (8 to 16 ounces) in freezer bags, removing as much excess air as possible.
6. Place in the freezer to keep for up to 1 year. Once thawed, chile can be kept refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. 

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