
FCC-SANDIA-PEPPERS
Fresh Hatch Green Chile – Sandia Select (Hot) | Flame-Roast Ready Peppers from Hatch, NM
Fresh Hatch Green Chile – Sandia Select (Hot) is a fresh, whole, unroasted green chile pepper grown in Hatch, New Mexico. It is a hot heirloom variety averaging approximately 9,000 Scoville Heat Units, with thick walls, and is available in 5 lb, 10 lb, or 25 lb boxes. It is used for flame roasting, peeling, freezing, and cooking in dishes such as stews, chile rellenos, and salsas; customer reviews indicate it roasts well, freezes well, and has good flavor.
- Color
- Green
- Style
- classic, heritage
- Category
- Food, Beverages & Tobacco > Food Items > Fruits & Vegetables > Fresh & Frozen Vegetables > Peppers
Size
- GTIN
51174198- MPN
fresh-sandia-5
Specifications
Fresh Hatch Green Chile peppers (Sandia Select variety) are hot, thick-walled, and flame-roast ready. Grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico, these hand-harvested peppers offer bold heat and rich flavor, perfect for roasting, cooking, or freezing.
Flame-roasts easily and peels clean; great for freezing and meal prep; thick walls ideal for roasting and stuffing; hand-harvested at peak ripeness; single-varietal with no blends or fillers; no additives or preservatives.
- Color
- Green · green
- Material
- 100% Hatch Green Chile
- Style
- classic, heritage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Weight
- 5 lb
- Category
- Food, Beverages & Tobacco > Food Items > Fruits & Vegetables > Fresh & Frozen Vegetables > Peppers
Additional Attributes
- Authentic New Mexico Flavor
- Grown in Hatch, NM
- High Heat (9,000 SHU)
- Thick-walled
- Heirloom variety
- Developed at New Mexico State University
- 100% Certified Hatch Chile
- Single-varietal
- No blends or fillers
- Flame-roast ready
- Peels clean
- Freezer-friendly
- Hand-harvested
- No additives
- No preservatives
- Unroasted
- Ideal for roasting
- Meal prep
Image Analysis
5 images- 01

Product
Three whole flame-roasted-style green chile peppers photographed from an oblique top-front angle showing glossy skins, tapered bodies, and curved stems.
- Overall arrangementThree whole green chile peppers overlapping in a small cluster with their tips pointing downward and stems at the top-right to top-center area of the image.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.76 (high) - Body shapeEach pepper has an elongated, tapered cylindrical body with a gently irregular surface and subtle longitudinal ridges.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.66 (high) - Surface finishSmooth, glossy skin with specular highlights and small areas of lighter reflection indicating a shiny finish.
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x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - StemsCurved green stems attached at the pepper crowns; stems are narrower than the bodies and show a matte texture with visible stem bases.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - Color variationUniform bright green body color with slightly darker green along some creases and near the stem junctions.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high)
Other
Studio-style isolated product shot on a clean white background with soft shadows and even lighting.
- BackgroundUniform white background filling the frame with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowEven, diffuse studio lighting producing soft specular highlights on the peppers and faint, subtle shadows beneath them.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered composition with the peppers occupying most of the image area and cropped with small margins on all sides.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the peppers with high detail; no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
bright green· pepper body#9AC524dark green· stems#4C7B02- Overall arrangementThree whole green chile peppers overlapping in a small cluster with their tips pointing downward and stems at the top-right to top-center area of the image.
- 02

Product
Several whole fresh green chile peppers are visible; the image centers on one upright pepper with a long stem and glossy skin showing small surface scars. Parts of other peppers appear at the image edges and inside a woven basket at left.
- Central pepper shapeOne whole green chile pepper positioned upright and slightly right of center, tapering to a pointed tip with a long narrow stem at the top.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.25 · h 0.70 (high) - Surface finishPepper skins are smooth and glossy with specular highlights from directional lighting.
2 regions
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.25 · h 0.70 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.45 (high) - Surface markingsSmall dried scars or blemishes visible on the pepper skin near the top and along the body.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.12 · w 0.25 · h 0.20 (high) - Additional peppersPartial peppers visible: a cluster inside a woven basket at upper-left, a large pepper cropped at the right edge, a small stemmed pepper at bottom-left, and a partial pepper at top-right.
4 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.05 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.50 · w 0.28 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.75 · w 0.25 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.90 · y 0.00 · w 0.10 · h 0.20 (medium) - StemsThin green stems attach to the pepper crowns; the central pepper stem is long and narrow with a slightly rough texture.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.04 · w 0.06 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Product is arranged on a rustic wooden surface with a beige textured cloth and a woven wicker basket at left; directional lighting creates soft shadows and highlights. The image is a close overhead lifestyle shot with naturalistic staging.
- Background surfaceHorizontal wooden plank surface with visible grain and weathered texture under the peppers.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.48 · w 1.00 · h 0.52 (high) - Cloth propBeige woven cloth draped under the central pepper and extending toward the left, showing visible weave texture and folds.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.45 · h 0.40 (high) - Wicker basketWoven wicker rim visible at left containing additional peppers; basket texture and twist of the wicker are visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowsDirectional top-left lighting produces bright highlights on pepper skins and soft shadows to the lower-right of objects.
- Shot compositionClose overhead lifestyle composition showing partial props and cropped peppers at frame edges.
Colors
glossy medium green· pepper skin (highlighted areas)#84AA02deep green· pepper skin (shadowed areas)#446B00- Central pepper shapeOne whole green chile pepper positioned upright and slightly right of center, tapering to a pointed tip with a long narrow stem at the top.
- 03

Product
A white plastic bucket held at chest level containing a piled harvest of large, flame-roasted green chile peppers with glossy skins and varied curved shapes; peppers fill and slightly overflow the top of the bucket.
- Container-held harvestA white plastic five-gallon style bucket is held at chest level and filled with green chile peppers; the peppers are piled so some sit above the rim and lean outward.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.62 · w 0.48 · h 0.33 (high) - Pepper shape and orientationIndividual chiles are long and curved with tapered ends and bulbous midsections; many lie horizontally and some overlap, creating a layered pile.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.62 · w 0.36 · h 0.26 (high) - Surface texturePeppers show smooth, glossy skins with visible highlights and occasional small blemishes or dimples on the surface.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.66 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Color variationAll visible peppers are green with small tonal variations from lighter to darker green across surfaces.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Partial occlusionSome peppers are partially obscured by others and by the bucket rim; stems of a few peppers are visible near the top of the pile.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high)
Packaging
A plain white plastic bucket is visible as the container for the peppers; it has smudges and dirt marks on its exterior.
- Bucket material and colorWhite rigid plastic bucket with a visible top rim and stacked ring detail near the upper portion.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.70 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - Exterior marksDirt smudges and faint staining are visible on the bucket exterior, especially near the lower visible band.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.78 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Image is a centered portrait-style outdoor lifestyle shot showing a person wearing a woven straw hat and plaid shirt holding the bucket of peppers in a field; background is an out-of-focus agricultural field and distant horizon under a blue sky.
- Subject framingFrontal, centered portrait of an adult person from chest up, occupying the central vertical area of the image and holding the bucket forward toward the camera.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.52 · h 0.68 (high) - Hat detailWoven straw sun hat with a wide brim and patterned weave; brim casts shadow across the subject's upper face.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.08 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high) - ClothingThe subject wears a button-up plaid shirt in muted tones; the shirt is visible from shoulders to chest.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.44 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high) - BackgroundOut-of-focus agricultural field with low green plants across the midground and a faint horizon with distant terrain under a clear blue sky.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.44 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowsHigh natural daylight from above and slightly front-left producing soft shadows on the subject's face and bright highlights on pepper skins.
Colors
bright green· peppersoff-white· bucket exteriorPackaging#DBDCDB- Container-held harvestA white plastic five-gallon style bucket is held at chest level and filled with green chile peppers; the peppers are piled so some sit above the rim and lean outward.
- 04

Product
A close-up of several flame-roasted green chiles with shiny skins and visible stems, resting inside a coarse woven burlap sack. The peppers show curved, irregular shapes and glossy surface highlights.
- Peppers cluster - leftCluster of curved green chiles with glossy, slightly wrinkled skins and visible stems; largest curved pepper lies across the left foreground.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.46 · h 0.28 (high) - Pepper - rightSingle bright green chile partially exposed at right edge of the sack, smooth glossy surface and rounded tip visible.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Stems and calyxesSeveral short green stems and calyx areas are visible protruding from the peppers, some curved upright.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.35 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (medium) - Surface texturePeppers exhibit glossy highlights and small surface dimples and wrinkles consistent with natural skin texture.
Packaging
A coarse woven burlap sack serves as the container holding the chiles; sack edges and frayed fibers are visible around the peppers.
- Burlap sack materialCoarse open-weave burlap fabric forming a sack, light tan color, with visible fiber texture and frayed strands along the opening.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.24 · w 0.96 · h 0.60 (high) - Sack openingSack is open and collapsed inward creating folds and pockets that cradle the chiles.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.34 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Shallow depth of field with a blurred background showing a field, sky, and a person wearing a wide-brim hat; warm natural sunlight from above-left casts soft shadows and highlights.
- Background personBlurred figure wearing a wide-brim hat and long-sleeved clothing positioned in the upper right background; heavily out of focus.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.08 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (medium) - Field and skySoft-focused green field near the horizon and a clear pale blue sky occupy the upper portion of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and focusBright natural sunlight from above-left creates specular highlights on pepper skins and casts soft shadows; image uses shallow depth of field with foreground in focus and background blurred.
Colors
bright glossy green· pepper skin#446C3Anatural burlap tan· burlap sackPackaging#CCBBAB- Peppers cluster - leftCluster of curved green chiles with glossy, slightly wrinkled skins and visible stems; largest curved pepper lies across the left foreground.
- 05

Packaging
A high-contrast nutrition facts label panel with bold header, serving information, a prominent calories value, nutrient rows with percent daily values, and a footnote block.
- Panel header“Large bold header reading 'Nutrition Facts' centered at the top of the panel.”
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.11 (high) - Serving size line“Serving size 1/2 Cup (75g)”
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x 0.04 · y 0.13 · w 0.92 · h 0.07 (high) - Amount per serving header“Amount Per Serving”
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x 0.04 · y 0.22 · w 0.65 · h 0.05 (high) - Calories label“Calories 30”
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x 0.04 · y 0.26 · w 0.92 · h 0.14 (high) - Percent daily value column header“% Daily Value*”
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x 0.72 · y 0.33 · w 0.24 · h 0.04 (high) - Total fat row“Total Fat 0g 0%”
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x 0.04 · y 0.38 · w 0.92 · h 0.05 (high) - Saturated fat row“Saturated Fat 0g 0%”
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.43 · w 0.86 · h 0.04 (high) - Trans fat row“Trans Fat 0g”
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.47 · w 0.60 · h 0.04 (high) - Cholesterol row“Cholesterol 0mg 0%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.51 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Sodium row“Sodium 0mg 0%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.56 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Total carbohydrate row“Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.60 · w 0.92 · h 0.05 (high) - Dietary fiber row“Dietary Fiber 0g 0%”
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.65 · w 0.86 · h 0.04 (high) - Total sugars row“Total Sugars 4g”
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.69 · w 0.60 · h 0.04 (high) - Added sugars line“Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%”
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.72 · w 0.82 · h 0.04 (high) - Protein row“Protein < 1g 1%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.76 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Vitamin D row“Vitamin D 0mcg 0%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.81 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Calcium row“Calcium 14mg 2%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.85 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Iron row“Iron 0.9mg 4%”
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.89 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Potassium row“Potassium 225mg 4%”
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x 0.04 · y 0.93 · w 0.92 · h 0.04 (high) - Footnote block“*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.”
- Panel structureBlack rectangular printed panel with inner grid lines separating header, calories area, nutrient rows, and footnote; heavy black rule lines above and below major sections.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.01 · w 0.98 · h 0.98 (high)
Other
Single isolated nutrition facts label shown on a plain white background; image is a tight, front-facing crop of the label with uniform lighting and high contrast.
- Shot compositionTight frontal crop of a single rectangular label filling most of the frame.
- BackgroundUniform white background surrounding the printed panel.
- Lighting and image qualityEven high-contrast lighting producing crisp black text on white; no visible glare or strong shadows.
Colors
white· label backgroundPackagingblack· printed text and rulesPackaging#000000- Panel header“Large bold header reading 'Nutrition Facts' centered at the top of the panel.”
Product Video
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
4 threads · r/Austin, r/HotPeppers, r/phoenix, r/NewMexicoReddit users generally enjoy the heat and flavor of authentic Hatch Sandia green chile, especially when fresh-roasted, but caution that store-bought versions outside New Mexico often fall short.
Most commenters express positive sentiment toward authentic Hatch Sandia chiles, praising heat and flavor, but note that store-bought or shipped versions often disappoint, leading to a mixed overall sentiment.
Themes
Use Cases
- Making green chile pork
- Topping for burritos, omelettes, pizza
- Fresh roasted as a topping or ingredient
Watch Out For
Community Q&A
- What is the difference between Hatch chiles and Anaheims?
- Hatch chiles are New Mexico chiles grown in the Hatch Valley; the specific soil and climate make them hotter and more flavorful than typical Anaheims.
- How should I prepare fresh Hatch green chile?
- Roast until skin blisters, peel off skin (wearing gloves/glasses), then use the meat; don't eat raw.
- Where can I get authentic Hatch chile outside New Mexico?
- Look for brands like 505 Southwestern or Young Guns, or order fresh chile shipped from Hatch.
Compared To
vs Anaheim peppers
Hatch chiles are a type of New Mexico chile (similar to Anaheim) but grown in Hatch; climate and soil give more heat and flavor.
vs 505 Southwestern and Young Guns brands
These jarred/frozen brands are recommended as acceptable alternatives when fresh Hatch chile isn't available.
vs Store-bought Hatch chile items (HEB/Central Market)
These often lack the heat and flavor of authentic Hatch chiles from New Mexico.
Source Threads
Hatch native explains authenticity and heat differences of Sandia and Big Jim
There is a HUGE disparity from the HEB, Central Market "Hatch Green Chile" items you find at the store vs the actual food you find in Hatch and across New Mexico. The new mexican food puts the "Hatch Chile" items to shame. As the article said, in Hatch we differentiate the chile by names, such as Sandia and Big Jim. The names will tell you how hot the chile peppers are, and good lord the peppers we get here in Texas are no where close to as hot as the peppers that are actually from Hatch.
u/runs_with_airplanesr/AustinView thread →
Sandia variety described as traditional hot chile for roasting and ristras
Sandia is another super famous variety, especially for red chile. It is the traditional hot chile in New Mexico, but it is less common to use for chile roasting in recent years than another variety, known as Ms Junie. Sandia is still the main chile to tie into chile ristras though!
u/Beerwithjhettr/HotPeppersView thread →
User recommends getting whole sack fresh roasted from Ranch Market
Always get a whole sack from Ranch Market fresh roasted. Grew up in Albuquerque so green chile season was always fun.
u/kyrosnickr/phoenixView thread →
Commenter suggests getting Sandia or Lumbre fresh shipped from Hatch
*chile and If you’re serious hatch ships out fresh green Chile today and every Tuesday straight to your door. Get the sandia or the lumbre and your life will change.
u/[deleted]r/NewMexicoView thread →
Provenance
- Merchant Link
- https://freshchileco.com/products/fresh-hatch-green-chile-sandia-select-hot-flame-roast-ready-peppers-from-hatch-nm
- Platform
- shopify
- Updated