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Hatch Sandia		60 seeds for $3.99

🌶️ Hatch Sandia — The Bold Flame of the Valley

Straight, sturdy, and packed with punch, the Hatch Sandia chile is a fiery staple of New Mexico’s chile tradition. Developed by New Mexico State University in the 1950s, Sandia was bred for higher heat, thicker flesh, and consistent roasting performance—a step up from the milder NM 6-4. Its pods grow 6 to 8 inches long, ripening from bright green to deep red, and blister beautifully over open flame.

With a Scoville rating of 5,000 to 7,000 SHU, Sandia delivers a bold, smoky heat that’s perfect for chiles rellenos, green chile sauces, and spicy stews. It’s also one of the best Hatch varieties for drying and grinding into red chile powder, thanks to its rich flavor and deep red color when mature. Whether fresh, roasted, or dried, Sandia brings the fire and flavor that define New Mexican cuisine.

Botanical & Culinary Details:

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Shape: Long, straight pods (6–8 inches), smooth and uniform
• Color: Bright green to red when ripe
• Heat Level: 5,000–7,000 Scoville units 🔥🔥
• Flavor Notes: Smoky, earthy, slightly sweet; bold and lingering heat
• Texture: Thick-walled and meaty; ideal for roasting, stuffing, and drying
• Origin: Developed by New Mexico State University; grown widely in Hatch Valley

Culinary Applications:

• Roasted and peeled for spicy green chile sauces
• Stuffed for medium-hot chiles rellenos
• Dried and ground into red chile powder
• Pairs beautifully with cheese, pork, tomato, garlic, and cumin

Cultural Significance:

• A classic Hatch chile with balanced heat and versatility
• Popular among growers for yield and roasting performance
• Celebrated at the Hatch Chile Festival
• Often frozen and shipped nationwide for year-round use