Hatch Chili Peppers

Commodity Overview

Hatch chiles are long, glossy green peppers that taper to a blunt point. They have somewhat thick, green flesh with an inner membrane studded with small, flat, white seeds. They're grown in the Mesilla Valley region near Hatch, New Mexico. They're spicy and hotter than a jalapeño, but less hot than other varieties, at about 1,000 to 2,500 Scoville units.

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4700 New Mexico

Characteristics

Commodity: Peppers, Chili
Category: Cooking Vegetables,Salad Vegetables
Appearance: Elongated, glossy green pepper tapering to a blunt point
Flesh: Semi-thick and crisp
Flavor: A medium spiciness; sweet and zesty when cooked
Size: Similar in size to an Anaheim pepper, about 4-10 inches long
Color: Glossy green
Shape: Elongated, with a blunt point
Commonly Cooked: Yes
Seed: A thin membrane studded with small, flat, white seeds
Availability: Summer
Additional Notes: Photo courtesy Frieda's Inc.

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