Description
Hatch Chile Queso is a creamy and spicy cheese dip that takes your snacking to the next level. Perfect for game day, parties, or cozy nights in, this flavorful dip combines roasted Hatch chiles and melted Monterey Jack cheese for an irresistible treat. Serve it with crispy tortilla chips for a classic pairing, or get creative by drizzling it over tacos and burgers. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Whether you prefer mild or spicy, this queso dip is easily customizable to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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: Cut open the roasted chiles, remove seeds, and chop them along with shallots.
- Sauté: Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add shallots and chiles; cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Create Roux: Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until a paste forms.
- Add Milk: Gradually pour in milk while stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Mix Cheese: Once milk is incorporated, add grated cheese and stir until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with tortilla chips, garnished with extra green chiles if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg