In the culinary realm of Colorado, the Green Chile reigns supreme, a symphony of flavors that tantalizes taste buds and captures hearts. This iconic dish, deeply ingrained in the state's heritage, is a culinary masterpiece that showcases the vibrant spirit of Colorado's cuisine. Whether you're a local yearning for a taste of home or a visitor seeking an authentic culinary adventure, the Green Chile beckons you to embark on a gastronomic journey like no other.
From traditional to contemporary interpretations, this article presents a delectable array of Green Chile recipes, each offering a unique perspective on this beloved dish. Discover the classic Green Chile Stew, a hearty and comforting embrace that warms the soul on chilly evenings. Savor the tantalizing Green Chile Enchiladas, a symphony of flavors and textures that dances on the palate. Indulge in the zesty Green Chile Quesadillas, a crispy delight that delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. And for a taste of innovation, explore the intriguing Green Chile Ice Cream, a refreshing and unexpected treat that challenges culinary conventions.
With detailed instructions and a comprehensive ingredient list for each recipe, this article ensures that both novice and seasoned cooks can recreate these Green Chile masterpieces in their own kitchens. Embark on this culinary adventure, savor the diverse flavors of Colorado's iconic dish, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
COLORADO GREEN CHILI (CHILE VERDE)
My version of my mother's green chili. I like to serve it over oven-baked burritos or with beans and rice. If you can't find a chile roaster, look for frozen diced chiles at your supermarket. You can also freeze fresh roasted chiles for off-season use.
Provided by ROSIE55
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste, then place into the hot oil. Cook until golden brown on all sides, about 7 minutes. Once browned, remove the pork and set aside. Reduce heat to medium, and stir in the onion and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Return the pork to the pot, and stir in the green chiles, diced tomatoes with juice, tomatillo salsa, and chicken broth. Season with oregano and clove. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove 2 cups of the soup (ensure there are no pork cubes in it), and pour into a blender. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree until smooth, then pour back into the cooking pot. This will create a thicker texture for your chili and will eliminate some of the chunky bits of chiles. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally until the pork is very tender, at least 35 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 887.8 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
CHRIS'S PUEBLO GREEN CHILI SAUCE
This recipe comes from Southern Colorado and I have been making it for over 20 years. It is my favorite thing to cook and eat. If you like hot and spicy Mexican food, this is a recipe for you! I made it for our friends and it has become a hit here in Corpus Christi, Texas! The great thing is you can also make it hotter or milder, depending on your taste! In Pueblo, Colorado, we served it over burritos, or enchilada's. My personal favorite way to eat Green Chile (especially on a cold day) is by placing a hamburger bun in a bowl, add a plain hamburger (with or without cheese), smother it with the Green Chile Sauce, then top it with diced onion and oyster crackers. In Colorado we call these green chili sloppers! They are great served with a beer!
Provided by Christine Bettiga
Categories Sauces
Time 3h40m
Yield 1 Kettle of Chili, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In large stainless kettle, brown pork in bacon fat or vegetable oil.
- (bacon fat has better flavor.) Cook on medium heat till meat is slightly pink.
- Add diced onion and garlic, cook till soft.
- Add flour and stir, browning flour as you would a roux (rue).
- Add some of your water if flour is too thick, keep stirring till it bubbles.
- Add chicken broth.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a bubble, then turn heat to low.
- Cook uncovered for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- If your chile is too thin, add more flour.
- If your chile is too thick, add more chicken broth.
- Taste often and add more spices or peppers to your liking!
- If you do not like chunks of tomato or peppers, place the RoTel, tomatoes and canned diced green chile's into a blender and puree them!
- (This is the way I like my sauce. I only add the Pueblo or Poblano peppers whole to my chile).
GREEN CHILE
This real green chile is great to eat alone or serve over burritos, tamales, enchiladas, even eggs...you name it. Enjoy!
Provided by gojenni714
Categories Pork
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown pork in frying pan with little oil.
- Mix meat and flour.
- Stir until well coated.
- Next add onion, fresh garlic, green chile, and tomatoes into pan.
- Mix together.
- Add enough water to cover all ingredients.
- Let simmer on medium low heat about 30-45 minutes.
- About 10 minutes before finished, add garlic salt and oregano.
COLORADO GREEN CHILI
I love to smother burritos in green chili and cheese. This one is super mild and goes on everything....burritos, eggs, tacos, nachos....Yum!
Provided by Jennibear
Categories Mexican
Time 40m
Yield 6 Cups, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large sauce pot. Brown pork pieces until browned. Add onion and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Add rotel, green chilis, tomato sauce, chicken broth, bouillon, salt and pepper and spices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- In a mason jar - combine flour and water - give it 100 shakes to combine. Bring pot to a boil and add flour mixture. Let boil for 5 minutes while stirring to thicken. Reduce heat back to simmer. Eat!
- Add more Cumin and ground Red pepper to make it spicier. Also jalepeno can be added.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.5, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 17.4, Sodium 449.1, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 6.7
PORK GREEN CHILI (COLORADO STYLE)
I grew up in Colorado and so I grew up loving green chili! When I moved to North Carolina 4 years ago I was surprised and very disappointed to learn that NO ONE here had ever even heard of green chili. I have spent the last year going through different recipes, I think I have finally got it nailed through a great mix of about 6 of the recipes I tried. Jalapeños may be added to taste if you like the flavor. Chili can be served over any burritos, served as a dip with tortilla chips, or as a main course with warm tortillas. Recipe makes a lot but it freezes well so you can enjoy it for a few months without having to spend too much time cooking.
Provided by Mae6734
Categories Sauces
Time 5h
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sear pork in 2 Tablespoons olive oil. Add 4 cans chicken broth and 6 cups of water, bring to a boil, and simmer until pork falls apart (aprox 3 hours).
- Meanwhile, chop onion, garlic, and anaheims. Saute in 2 Tablespoons olive oil. Chop tomatillos, serranos, and stewed tomatoes. Puree 2 cans chopped green chilis. Set all aside.
- When done, sift pork out of juice and shred, then add back.
- Add all ingredients except flour and 2 cups water, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for at least one hour.
- In a separate container mix 2 cups water and 1 cup flour, shake well (grandmas rule was 100 shakes). Add mixture to chili slowly to achieve desired thickness.
COLORADO GREEN CHILI
Make and share this Colorado Green Chili recipe from Food.com.
Provided by F-16 momma
Categories Peppers
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In large Dutch oven, heat oil over med-high heat.
- Add bacon and cook until crispy; remove from pot and set aside.
- In same pot, add pork and sear 3-5 min, until cooked through and browned on all sides; remove from pot and set aside.
- Add onion, garlic, anaheim and ancho chiles, and peppers to same pot, cook for 10-15 minute.
- Add vegetable and chicken broths, water, tomatoes, and canned chiles to pot and stir occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, combine butter and flour with a fork.
- Stir mixture into soup, increase to med-heat and bring to a boil.
- Add pork and bacon, reduce heat and simmer for an additional 15 minute.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with shredded cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.5, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 121, Sodium 641.6, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.6, Protein 37.5
COLORADO GREEN CHILE WITH PORK
No need to roast your own chiles with this super easy method, but you can kick it up a notch by doing so. I make a large batch for my best burritos, then freeze the rest in plastic containers.
Provided by Squirrel Gone Wild
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 4h20m
Yield 2 Gallons, 32 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put the pork roast in a covered casserol and roast at 275 for about 2 or 3 hours until done using your meat thermometer to check. I will often put it in frozen - no real need to thaw it first. As long as the pork is cooked through, it's fine. I don't even put any water in the dish, but you can put a half inch of water if you want to, it won't hurt the roast. When done, remove from oven and let cool. Save the juice! When cool enough to handle, dice the pork and throw away the fatty parts. Save the bone if any.
- In a very large stock pot (at least 2 1/2 gallon capacity), add diced pork and juice from the pork and sprinkle with flour - tossing to coat. Cook on medium low until it gets a little sticky from the flour. Add remaining ingredients and bones. Simmer at least one hour - stirring occaisionally. Do not let the bottom burn. If it seems too thick add water or chicken broth. Remove the bone.
- I use this for so many things! I smother my burritos, huevos, or eat like a soup with tortillas. I also pour it over burgers (see Gourmet Green Chile Burgers).
BEENZEN BUZZARD STEW
I created this recipe on a day I needed to use up some leftover fresh green beans and zucchini. Even our pickiest eaters - 11 and 13 year-old granddaughters - ate it and asked for more! Practically endless in its flexibility, you can make a lot of changes to this recipe according to what you have on hand. You can use green Zucchini or yellow summer squash. Green beans can be canned, frozen, or fresh. Bell peppers can be green, yellow, or red. Seasoning can be chili powder or Mrs. Dash. Only the butter beans are an absolute, as they add a unique flavor and just a tad of thickening to the broth.
Provided by trudywschuett
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h10m
Yield 3-4 quarts, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Saute cut- up chicken, onion, peppers and celery in 4 qt saucepan or soup pot with olive oil until celery is soft.
- Add zucchini and green beans.
- Drain white beans and add to pot. Add Butter Beans without draining.
- Add chicken stock and seasonings.
- Bring to just to a boil, turn down heat and simmer 30-60 minutes until chicken is completely cooked.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 659.8, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 1143.7, Carbohydrate 70.3, Fiber 17.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 50.9
PUEBLO COLORADO GREEN CHILE
This was my Aunts Green Chile recipe. She was from Pueblo Colorado and they grow the best green chiles you can find. My aunt showed my mom the recipes and my mom showed me when i was just 4. I have it memorized now. Always have chilies roasted. You don't have to use Pueblo chilies. You can use good roasted Hatch Chiles . We like to serve it with canned re-fried beans heated up with cheese stirred in. then make a burrito out of both. Its great on eggs and burritos.
Provided by Nick K.
Categories Meat
Time 30m
Yield 5-6 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown and cook meat in skillet then remove to a dish and set aside.Return the skillet to med heat and add the oil. Stir in the flour to make a runny roux. Brown the roux to a golden brown color, stirring occasionally. Do not burn or break the roux.When the roux is golden brown,add back the meat to the skillet still on med. Shred chilies with a fork or chop them. Then add to meat and stir. Break up tomatoes and add 2/3 to 3/4 of the tomatoes and juice to skillet and stir. Add 8 oz of water to it first then if necessary add more if its too thick. Add garlic or garlic powder and salt to taste. Stir. Let chile simmer gently on a lower heat, stirring occasionally, 10 minute.
- Take off heat and enjoy.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Chiles: For an authentic Colorado green chile, use fresh or frozen Pueblo or Hatch chiles. These varieties have a mild to medium heat level and a slightly smoky flavor. If using dried chiles, soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using.
- Roast the Chiles: Roasting the chiles enhances their flavor and makes them easier to peel. You can roast them over an open flame, under a broiler, or in a grill pan. Once roasted, let them cool slightly before peeling and seeding.
- Use a Variety of Spices: Colorado green chile is typically made with a blend of spices, including cumin, garlic powder, oregano, and salt. You can adjust the spices to your taste preferences.
- Use Quality Beef: For a hearty and flavorful stew, use high-quality beef chuck roast. Brown the beef in a pot before adding the chiles and other ingredients.
- Simmer for Flavor: Let the stew simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and sour cream.
Conclusion:
Colorado green chile is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. Whether you're making a classic stew, a breakfast burrito, or a green chile cheeseburger, these recipes provide a range of options to satisfy your cravings. With its unique blend of flavors and spices, Colorado green chile is a must-try for any food lover. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece!
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