Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Hatch Chile Queso, a delightful cheese dip that perfectly balances creaminess with a kick of spice. This savory appetizer is crafted from roasted Hatch chiles, Monterey Jack cheese, and just the right seasonings, making it ideal for game day gatherings, parties, or cozy movie nights at home. Serve it hot with crispy tortilla chips or use it as a delicious topping for nachos or tacos. With its rich flavor profile and customizable heat level, Hatch Chile Queso is guaranteed to be a hit among family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 medium roasted Hatch chiles (medium or hot)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chiles and shallots by cutting open the roasted chiles to remove seeds and finely chopping both the chiles and shallots.
- In a medium pot over medium heat, melt the butter and add shallots and chiles. Sauté until softened (about 3 to 4 minutes).
- Stir in flour until combined; cook for 1 to 2 minutes until it forms a paste.
- Gradually drizzle in milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Add grated cheese and stir until melted and smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg