What Is Green chili peppers, canned and How Can I Use It?

If green chili peppers, canned has turned up in a recipe or caught your eye at the store, here's what you need to use it with confidence and how to choose it, cook it, store it, what to substitute, and 95 recipes to try it in.

Key Points

Mild Anaheim or Hatch chiles, fire-roasted, peeled, and chopped, so the prep is done for you.
The shortcut for Tex-Mex casseroles, enchiladas, and chili; soft, roasty, and barely spicy.
Once opened, refrigerate leftovers three to four days or freeze up to three months.

What is green chili peppers, canned?

Canned green chiles are mild green chili peppers, usually Anaheim or Hatch, that get fire-roasted and peeled, then chopped and canned. The hard kitchen work of roasting and skinning is already done, which is the whole point of the can.

The heat is gentle, often listed as mild or medium, so the flavor you taste is roasty and a little sweet rather than fiery. A 4-ounce can is the standard size, and most recipes call for exactly that.

For everything about the fresh pepper itself, see green chili peppers.

How to Use Canned Green Chiles

Open the can and they are ready, no roasting, no peeling. Stir them straight into anything Tex-Mex or Southwestern that wants a soft, smoky-sweet chile note.

They melt into casseroles and bakes especially well. Chicken Spinach Enchiladas and Mexican Pot Pie both fold the whole can into the filling, while Crockpot Taco Casserole leans on them for background warmth without real heat.

In a pot of chili like 5 Alarm Chili they add roasted depth that ground spices alone cannot. For a quick appetizer, Chile-Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes binds them with cheese.

A useful trick: drain them well if you want their flavor without watering down a bake, but keep the liquid for a soup or a pot of beans where a little extra moisture helps.

Substitutes

The honest swap is fresh. Roast and peel a couple of Anaheim or poblano peppers, then chop them, and you are back to the real thing with brighter flavor.

In a pinch, a small can of diced jalapenos works if you want more heat, or a spoonful of mild salsa verde for a wetter, tangier result. Plain canned bell pepper gives you the soft texture but none of the chile character.

Buying and Storing

Cans keep for a year or more in the pantry, so they are worth stocking. Check whether the label says mild or hot, since brands vary more than the name suggests.

Once opened, move any leftovers out of the can into a covered container. They hold three to four days in the fridge, or freeze them in a small bag for up to three months. Frozen and thawed chiles go a bit softer, which is fine for cooked dishes.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (139g)

Amount per Serving

Calories 29Calories from Fat 3

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.4g 1%

Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%

Trans Fat ~

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 551mg 23%

Total Carbohydrate 6.4g 2%

Dietary Fiber 2g 9%

Sugars ~

Protein 1.0g

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 79%

Calcium 5% • Iron 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

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Quick facts

Food group: Green chili peppers, canned is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

In Chinese: 青辣椒罐头
British (UK) term: Green chili peppers, canned
en français: piments verts, en conserve
en español: chiles verdes, en lata

How much does green chili peppers, canned weigh?

Amount	Weight
1 cup	139 grams

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Recipes using green chili peppers, canned

There are 95 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Hot Guacamole Dip

Spicy pureed guacamole dip with green chiles, hot sauce, and a splash of mayo for creamy richness. Made in a blender, chilled, and served with artichoke hearts or chips.

Twice-Baked Potatoes with Cheese & Chilies

Lots of great flavours in these twice baked potatoes. Really enjoyed the taste of this flavour combination. The black olives and green chills added more depth, and the cream and cheese enhanced the overall texture and flavour. I might add a bit sun-dried tomatoes next time to give it a Mediterranean take-on.

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