Chile

From the famous Hatch chiles to the ultimate guide on New Mexico chile, explore the flavors, traditions, and cultural significance of this beloved ingredient.

Eat & Drink / Sep 11, 2024

The Wide and Wonderful World of Green Chile

From cheesecake to cheesesteaks, New Mexico’s iconic ingredient is showing up in unexpected ways.

By Lynn Cline / Photos by Douglas Merriam

Chile / Aug 30, 2023

Green Chiles Roasting on an Open Fire

This year, New Mexico recognized its official state aroma. Now you can get it at home.

By Cielo Rodriguez

City Guides / Aug 30, 2023

Hatch Is for Chile Lovers

A small town in southern New Mexico enjoys global fame for growing some of the best chile on the planet—and throws an annual party to celebrate…

By Gregory R.C. Hasman / Photos by Jay Hemphill

Eat & Drink / Sep 13, 2023

Reinventing the Chile Relleno

New Mexicans have stuffed, battered, fried, and devoured chiles rellenos as a way of life for generations. These days, a few adventurous chefs are…

By Lynn Cline / Photos by Douglas Merriam

100th Anniversary / Feb 15, 2023

Chile for the Nation

The first chile feature by New Mexico Magazine describes the evolution of the chile.

By John Stewart

By The Numbers

Here's everything you want to know about the New Mexico chile pepper—from the Scoville scale and the number of species to chile's spicy economic benefit.