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Roasted Hatch Chile Queso Fundido Recipe with Spicy Chorizo

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A smoky, spicy, and melty cheese dip featuring roasted Hatch chiles and spicy chorizo, perfect for entertaining or a flavorful weeknight snack.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 medium Hatch chiles, roasted and peeled
  • 8 ounces spicy Mexican-style chorizo, casing removed and crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of half a lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: sliced jalapeños for extra heat
  • Optional: diced tomatoes for acidity

Instructions

  1. Roast the Hatch chiles over a gas flame or under a broiler, turning every few minutes until the skin is blistered and blackened, about 10-15 minutes. Place in a bowl and cover to steam for 10 minutes.
  2. Peel off the charred skin carefully, remove seeds and membranes if desired, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add crumbled chorizo and cook until browned and crisp, about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in roasted Hatch chile pieces and spread mixture evenly in the skillet.
  6. Sprinkle shredded Oaxaca and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Place skillet under a preheated broiler or in a 425°F oven until cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lime juice over the cheese, and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with warm tortillas or tortilla chips.

Notes

Steam the roasted chiles to loosen skin for easy peeling and to avoid bitterness. Watch cheese closely when broiling to prevent burning. For dairy-free, substitute vegan melting cheese. For gluten-free, serve with corn tortillas or vegetable dippers. Adjust heat by removing chile seeds or adding jalapeños.

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Keywords: queso fundido, Hatch chile, chorizo, melted cheese dip, Mexican appetizer, spicy cheese dip, roasted chiles

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