Chiles Everywhere: The Best Things to Eat in New Mexico
It might not be a shocker that New Mexicans love chile peppers, but the dishes that define this state run along an amazing spectrum, from meaty entrees to sweets with a kick.

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Southwestern Spice
In the southern part of New Mexico, the Mexican influences are obvious, while the north shines a proud light on native ingredients like beans and grains. Running through it all is the chile pepper: red if the pod is ripe, green if it's harvested early. The heat from the peppers can be formidable, but it is always accompanied by layers of flavor that shine through like the high desert sun.
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Blue Corn Pancakes
Go to: Tecolote Cafe
Green Chile Cheeseburger
Go to: Manny's Buckhorn Tavern
Posole
Go to: Casa Chimayo
Breakfast Burrito
Go to: Golden Pride
Chile Rellenos
Go to: Perea's New Mexican
Carne Adovada
Go to: Mary & Tito’s Cafe
Red Cheese Enchiladas
Go to: Chope's Bar & Cafe
Frito Pie
Go to: El Parasol
Blue Corn Tortillas
Go to: The Shed
Red Chile Pork Tamales
Go to: El Modelo
Biscochitos
Go to: Golden Crown Panaderia
Stacked Blue Corn Enchiladas with Egg
Go to: El Bruno's
Flame-Roasted Green Chiles
Go to: The Fruit Basket
Sopaipillas
Go to: La Cocina
Huevos Rancheros
Go to: Perea's New Mexican
Red Chile Sauce
Go to: Cecilia's Cafe
Green Chile on Pizza
Go to: Dion's
Green Chile Sauce
Go to: Sadie's of New Mexico
Chile in Chocolate
Go to: Chocolate Cartel
Calabacitas
Go to: Plaza Cafe
Green Chile Apple Pie
Go to: Pie-o-Neer
Green Chile Stew
Go to: Frontier Restaurant