6 salsas made in New Mexico that you should try

Local blend: Sadie's creates Red & Green salsa with Marble's Red Ale — Sadie's restaurant and Marble Brewery have teamed up to create Red Green craft salsa in 2020.

Peek inside the warehouse at New Mexico food distributor Statewide Products — Cases of El Pinto Hot Salsa at Statewide Products in Albuquerque, N.M., Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023. The New Mexico wholesale food company has been family-owned and operated since 1968, representing local and national brands. (Chancey Bush/ Albuquerque Journal)

Rachel Driskell Rachel Driskell Rachel Driskell Special to the Journal

Published June 11, 2024 - 12:00 p.m. Modified June 11, 2024 - 12:00 p.m.

Any salsa enthusiasts out there? New Mexico is well known for its salsa varieties with many made in our state.

Here are six salsa brands made here in New Mexico:

1. Sadie’s of New Mexico

Over 50 years of providing a variety of salsas featuring different levels of heat and flavor profiles. Sadie's salsa is a freshness you can taste. This brand has been a staple in the New Mexico food scene for years and is known for its authentic southwestern flavor. Often available at your local Wal Mart.

2. Santa Fe Ole

If medium heat is your speed, this well-regarded brand offers a range of salsas inspired by the flavors of Santa Fe, including traditional green and red chile blends.

3. 505 Southwestern

“Hatch to the Table…” This company produces a wide selection of salsas, from mild to hot, with an emphasis on using quality ingredients and capturing the essence of New Mexico's culinary culture. Check out their queso and special sauce varieties too.

4. Los Chileros

Providing authentic tastes since 1981, this company specializes in traditional New Mexican foods and spices, including salsas made from locally sourced ingredients.

5. El Pinto Foods, LLC

El Pinto produces a range of southwestern foods, including salsas and sauces. Their salsa line offers an extensive variety of heat and flavors (scorpion salsa, anyone?). All varieties are available on their website.

6. The Fresh Chile Company

Welcome to The Fresh Chile Co, where Hatch chile is what they do best. Try some of their award-winning Hatch Green Chile and Hatch Red Chile brought straight to you from locally owned farms in Hatch, New Mexico.