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Santa Fe Hatch Chile Green Sauce

Santa Fe Hatch Chile Green Sauce delivers smoky roasted heat from broiled Hatch chiles balanced by browned onions and garlic. A light flour thickening and beef broth give it a smooth, silky body that clings to tacos, grilled meats, and enchiladas. Serve when you want a bold, roasted chile flavor with gentle richness.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Santa Fe Hatch Chile Green Sauce
  1. 1

    Position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

  2. 2

    Arrange the chile peppers cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

  3. 3

    Broil until the skins of the chile peppers are blackened and blistered, about 4 minutes per side.

  4. 4

    Transfer the blackened chile peppers to a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap.

  5. 5

    Let the peppers steam as they cool, about 15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Peel and chop the chile peppers.

  7. 7

    Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until browned, about 5 minutes.

  8. 8

    Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

  9. 9

    Stir in the flour until the mixture thickens.

  10. 10

    Stir in the chopped chile peppers, beef broth, and salt.

  11. 11

    Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the flavors combine, about 10 minutes.