With Trader Joe's new Green & Red Hatch Chile Flakes, you can give your favorite dishes a little Christmas fare and a bit of heat.
Red and green Hatch chiles are a cornerstone of New Mexican cuisine. Though not as host as a typical jalapeno pepper, Hatch chilies are perfect for adding a touch of heat to many dishes. And now adding that flavor is easier than ever with Trader Joe's new Green & Red Hatch Chile Flakes.
Just as the name suggests, Trader Joe's new chilies flakes are made from dried Hatch Chiles, from New Mexico’s renowned Hatch Valley. The flakes have a distinctive savory taste and are "especially great for adding heat and depth to taco meat, enchilada sauces, chilis, or stews". Best of all, each jar contains both Red and Green flakes, so you can add some Christmas colors to savory holiday dishes.
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