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Flavorful Roasted Hatch Green Chili Cornbread

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A moist and tender cornbread infused with smoky roasted hatch green chilies, perfect for cozy dinners and gatherings. This easy homemade recipe balances a subtle heat with a touch of sweetness and a tender crumb.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (medium grind)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or dairy-free yogurt as substitute)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 4–5 fresh hatch green chilies, roasted, peeled, and chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Roast the fresh hatch chilies on a baking sheet under the broiler, turning occasionally until the skin is charred and blistered all over (about 8-10 minutes). Transfer to a paper bag or cover with a kitchen towel to steam for 10 minutes.
  2. Peel off the blackened skin from the chilies, remove seeds if less heat is desired, and finely chop. Set aside.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). If using a cast iron skillet, melt a tablespoon of butter in it and spread evenly to grease. Otherwise, grease your baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs lightly. Add buttermilk, melted butter, and honey; stir until combined.
  6. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently with a wooden spoon just until incorporated; do not overmix.
  7. Fold in chopped hatch chilies, onion, and garlic if using.
  8. Pour batter into prepared skillet or baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Check at 18 minutes if oven runs hot.
  10. Let cornbread cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Roast hatch chilies carefully to get a deep char without burning. Steaming chilies after roasting loosens the skin for easy peeling. Avoid overmixing batter to keep cornbread tender. Using buttermilk adds a subtle tang and softness. For extra flavor, brush melted butter on top after baking. If baking in glass dish, watch crust to avoid over-browning and tent with foil if needed.

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