Welcome to the original Hatch Chile Store — your direct source for authentic Hatch chile, founded in 2005 by Preston Mitchell, a 5th-generation Hatch Valley farmer descended from Joseph Franzoy, the first commercial chile farmer in Hatch, New Mexico.
Every product on this page is grown, roasted, and packed in the Hatch Valley — the narrow stretch of farmland between Arrey and Tonuco Mountain that gives this chile its unmistakable smoky, complex flavor. Generic "Hatch-style" chile grown in Mexico or California can use the name; only chile actually grown in this valley carries the Hatch Chile Association certification mark we honor on every order.
Whether you're stocking up during peak roasting season (late August through early October), restocking your pantry mid-winter, or shopping for the chile-head in your life, this is the complete catalog: fresh roasted, flash-frozen, jarred sauces & salsas, freeze-dried, powders, tamales, rellenos, ristras, and more — shipped on dry ice nationwide.
Quick answer: Hatch Chile Store sells authentic Hatch chile sourced directly from the Hatch Valley, New Mexico. We carry fresh, frozen, roasted, jarred sauces, dried pods, powders, tamales, rellenos, and ristras. Founded in 2005 by 5th-generation Hatch Valley farmer Preston Mitchell, we are certified Hatch Valley grown and ship nationwide on dry ice.
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Roasted Hatch Chile
Flame-roasted, hand-peeled, flash-frozen at peak ripeness. Year-round.
Shop Roasted Hatch Chile →Fresh Hatch Chile
Whole pods picked, packed, and shipped during the August–October harvest.
Shop Fresh Hatch Chile →Sauces & Salsas
Jarred enchilada sauce, salsa, and ready-to-use red & green sauces. Shelf stable.
Shop Sauces & Salsas →Tamales & Rellenos
Hand-rolled, traditional New Mexican comfort food. Shipped frozen.
Shop Tamales & Rellenos →Pantry: Powders & Pods
Dried red pods, posole, chile powder, and shelf-stable spice blends.
Shop Pantry: Powders & Pods →Ristras & Gifts
Hand-tied chile ristras, wreaths, crosses, and gift bundles.
Shop Ristras & Gifts →
Why buy from us:
- Direct from our family farm. Preston, our family, and our crew grow, roast, and pack everything you order — from a working chile farm in Hatch, New Mexico, not a re-seller's warehouse.
- 5+ generations in the Hatch Valley. Founded by Preston Mitchell, a direct descendant of Joseph Franzoy — the first commercial chile farmer in Hatch.
- Certified Hatch Valley grown. Member of the Hatch Chile Association, which administers the certification mark that defends "Hatch chile" against generic poblano substitution.
- 30,000+ verified-buyer reviews, averaging 4.7/5 stars across our catalog.
- Frozen ships on dry ice. Nationwide. We ship Mon–Wed only so nothing sits in a weekend warehouse.
- Free shipping over $99 · 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does your Hatch chile come from?
Every product on this site is grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico — the narrow stretch of farmland between Arrey and Tonuco Mountain. Our family-owned farm is in Hatch, NM, and Preston Mitchell, our founder, is a 5th-generation Hatch Valley farmer descended from Joseph Franzoy, the first commercial chile farmer in the region.
Is your chile actually authentic Hatch chile?
Yes. We are members of the Hatch Chile Association, which administers the certification mark for chile genuinely grown in the Hatch Valley. Generic "Hatch-style" chile sold elsewhere is often poblano grown in Mexico or California — ours is the real thing, traceable to specific farms in the valley.
What is the difference between fresh, roasted, and frozen Hatch chile?
Fresh chile is sold raw during the August–October harvest. Roasted chile has been flame-roasted (which blisters the skin for easy peeling) and is sold either fresh-roasted in season or flash-frozen for year-round shipping. Frozen roasted is what most customers buy outside of harvest season — same flavor, available 12 months a year.
How spicy is Hatch chile?
Hatch chile heat ranges from about 1,000 SHU (mild) to 15,000+ SHU (X-hot) depending on variety. Mild and medium varieties (1904, Joe Parker, Big Jim) are family-friendly with gentle warmth; hot and X-hot (Sandia, Lumbre) have noticeable heat but stay below jalapeño-level. See our heat-level guide for variety-by-variety detail.
When is Hatch chile in season?
Hatch chile is harvested from late July through early October, with peak roasting season from mid-August through late September. Fresh chile is only available during these months. Frozen, jarred, dried, and powdered Hatch chile products ship year-round.
How does shipping work for frozen products?
Frozen products ship on dry ice via UPS or FedEx with 1–2 day transit. We ship Monday through Wednesday only, so frozen orders never sit in a warehouse over a weekend. Shipping is free on orders over $99.
Do you ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally?
We ship to all 50 U.S. states; Alaska and Hawaii frozen orders ship via expedited service due to dry-ice transit time. We do not currently ship internationally.
How long does roasted Hatch chile last in the freezer?
Vacuum-sealed, our flash-frozen roasted chile keeps full flavor for 12+ months in a 0°F freezer. Once thawed, use within 7 days; do not refreeze.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee on every order. If anything is not right — quality, freshness, shipping damage — email support@hatch-green-chile.com and we will make it right.
Can I buy in bulk for restaurants or events?
Yes. We offer wholesale pricing for restaurants, food-service operators, caterers, and large events. Visit /pages/wholesale-hatch-chile or email support@hatch-green-chile.com for a quote.