Description
There’s a reason this sauce is liquid gold: smoky roasted chiles, garlic, onions, and just the right spices come together to transform eggs, burritos, chicken, or even beans and rice into something unforgettable. This versatile sauce will quickly become your go-to flavor booster.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
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2 lbs fresh Hatch green chiles (or poblano + jalapeño/serrano blend)
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter (or 1 tbsp each)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or almond flour / masa harina / cornstarch slurry for GF)
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2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp dried oregano (Mexican oregano preferred)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
1. Roast the Chiles (Skip if using pre-roasted)
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Char chiles under a broiler, on a grill, or over a gas flame until blackened and blistered.
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Steam in a covered bowl or paper bag for 10–15 min.
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Peel off skins, remove seeds/membranes, and roughly chop. Tip: Wear gloves to avoid capsaicin burns!
2. Build the Flavor Base
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Heat oil/butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
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Sauté onion until translucent (~5–7 min).
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Add garlic; cook 1 more minute, until fragrant.
3. Create the Roux
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Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic.
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Stir constantly for ~1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
4. Whisk in Broth & Chiles
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Slowly pour in broth while whisking to prevent lumps.
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Stir in roasted chiles, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer gently 15–20 min, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
5. Final Touch
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Turn off heat and stir in lime juice.
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Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Optional: Use an immersion blender for a smoother sauce.
Notes
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Too Thin: Simmer longer uncovered, or whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water).
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Too Spicy: Add fat (butter, cream), a pinch of sugar, or serve with sour cream/avocado.
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Canned Chiles: 28-oz can ≈ 2 lbs fresh. Sauté briefly to boost flavor.
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Bitterness: Avoid burnt garlic/flour and remove white pith from chiles.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 40 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 4g