Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Hatch Chile Pasta
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve ½ to ¾ cup of the pasta cooking water for later use.
- While the pasta cooks, seed and chop the fire-roasted hatch chiles, and finely dice the onion. Set aside in separate bowls.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Once the onions are tender, stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped hatch chiles, vegetable broth, sea salt, and chili powder to the pan. Stir and let simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
- Mix in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro until well combined.
- Gradually pour in the reserved pasta cooking water while stirring, until desired sauce consistency is reached.
- Remove the pan from heat and add the drained spaghetti into the sauce. Toss well to coat.
- Let the pasta mixture rest off the heat for a few minutes.
- Plate the pasta and garnish with additional chopped cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, and a dash of extra chili powder.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh, fire-roasted hatch chiles and always save some pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency later.