Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! All Chicamonina products are vegan, gluten-free, low sodium, and free from soy, preservatives, and fillers.

Because it’s not just a seasoning — it’s a sauce starter made from real Hatch® chiles, grown on small family farms in New Mexico and sun-ripened to develop their naturally bold, rich flavor.

Unlike store-bought blends filled with extracts and additives, we use uncut chile powder, ground from de-seeded, de-stemmed pods — no preservatives, no fillers, no shortcuts.

What makes Chicamonina truly special isn’t just what’s inside the packet — it’s the intention behind it. Every batch is crafted to honor where we come from, and to help you bring real food, made with love, to the people you care about.

Because it does more than a seasoning ever could. Our mix is designed to be the base of a sauce, not just a sprinkle on top. Stir it into warm broth or water to create a rich taco sauce, blend it into oil for a marinade, or use it as a rub or enchilada base. One packet — endless flexibility.

It’s an all-in-one flavor foundation that gives home cooks the tools to make meals taste like something out of a taqueria, fast and clean.

We don’t use sugar, thickeners, or artificial flavors. Just Hatch® chile, spices, and intentional simplicity. Chicamonina is small-batch, clean-label, and crafted for home cooks who want better.

We source all of our red chile from small, family-owned farms in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico. The pods are ripened slowly in the sun, hand-selected, de-stemmed, and ground uncut to preserve their natural umami and color. We work directly with growers to ensure quality and consistency in every batch.

Just mix one packet with broth, water, or tomato sauce to make a flavorful base. You can use it as a taco sauce, enchilada filling, marinade, or drizzle. You can also use it dry as a rub or seasoning — it's flexible and full of flavor.

We love working with shops that care about quality. Just email us at foodie@chicamonina.com and tell us about your store. We’ll share wholesale details and help you bring Chicamonina to your shelves.