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What Are Rotel chiles and tomatoes and How Can I Use Them?

Wondering what to do with rotel chiles and tomatoes? This guide covers how to pick them, cook them, store them, and swap them — with 19 recipes to put them to work.

In Chinese:ROTEL辣椒和西红柿
British (UK) term: Rotel chiles and tomatoes
en français:piments et les tomates Rotel
en español:chiles y tomates Rotel

Recipes using rotel chiles and tomatoes

There are 19 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Franny's Guacamole

Franny's Guacamole

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Tex-Mex guacamole made with ripe avocados, a can of Rotel tomatoes and chiles, Worcestershire, and a chill in the fridge to let the flavors meld. Crowd-feeding party dip for chips or tacos.

Bowl of Compassion Vegetarian Chili

Bowl of Compassion Vegetarian Chili

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Vegetarian chili loaded with kidney beans, three kinds of peppers, jalapenos, and TVP for hearty texture. A cookoff-tested vegan chili that tastes even better the next day.

Crockpot Black Bean Tortilla Soup

Crockpot Black Bean Tortilla Soup

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Crockpot black bean tortilla soup that simmers all day on enchilada sauce, tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder. Finished with crisp homemade baked tortilla strips and fresh cilantro.

Beef Stew over Mashed Potatoes

Beef Stew over Mashed Potatoes

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A hearty beef stew served over mashed potatoes - a cold weather delight!

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Amazing Shrimp Jambalaya

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Rice cooker shrimp jambalaya with Rotel tomatoes, holy trinity vegetables, and tender shrimp. Easy Cajun-Creole one-pot dinner ready in 30 minutes.

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Rotel Cheese Dip

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Classic Rotel cheese dip with just 2 ingredients: processed cheddar and a can of Rotel tomatoes with chiles. The ultimate game day queso ready in 15 minutes flat.

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Elva's Carne Guisada

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Elva's carne guisada with beef chuck braised in a cumin-spiced gravy with Rotel tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper. Tex-Mex comfort food ready in 40 minutes.

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Bean Soup (Emily's)

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Five-ingredient Texas-style bean soup with ground chuck, canned minestrone, Rotel tomatoes, and ranch-style beans. Ten minutes of prep, one hour of simmering, zero fuss.

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Fantastic Sausage Dip

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This is a wonderful and easy dip to make ahead and bring to parties.

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Texas-Style Chile Con Queso

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Texas chile con queso, two ingredients only: a block of Velveeta and a can of Rotel tomatoes with green chiles. Melt, stir, dip. The Tex-Mex queso every Texan grew up on, ready in 20 minutes.

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Okra with Tomatoes & Chilies

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Southern-style okra stewed with Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, bacon drippings, bell pepper, celery, and chili powder. A smoky, spicy side dish that freezes well.

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Kissin' Cousin's Chili

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Texas-style beef chili with coarsely ground chuck, beer, Rotel tomatoes, and a bold nine-spice blend. No beans, all meat. Make it in the microwave or slow cooker.

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Rotel Salsa

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Rotel salsa is the five-minute dip you make when guests are at the door: a can of Rotel tomatoes and chiles, fresh tomato, scallions, garlic, lime juice, and salt. No cooking required.

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Phyllis's Mexicale Hot Stuff Party Din

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Mexican beef casserole layered with flour tortillas, creamed corn, Rotel tomatoes, enchilada sauce, and two cheeses. A crowd-pleasing party dish with serious heat.

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Creamy Crockpot Mexican Chicken

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My old old recipe. Looks bad, tastes AWESOME!

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Rotel Salsa (Fresh Picante Sauce)

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Quick Rotel salsa made with canned Rotel tomatoes and chiles, fresh tomato, scallions, garlic, and lime juice. No cooking required. Mix and serve with chips, on salads, or over Southwestern dishes.

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Mim's Mexican Chicken

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Layered Mexican chicken casserole with corn tortillas, cheddar cheese, and a creamy Rotel sauce. Freezer-friendly comfort food that bakes up hot and bubbly every time.

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Black-Eyed Pea Jambalaya

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Loaded Louisiana jambalaya with smoky sausage, shrimp, chicken, and black-eyed peas simmered with Rotel tomatoes, herbs, and long-grain rice. One pot, big flavors, feeds a hungry crowd of six.

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Ro-Tel Macaroni & Cheese

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Ro-Tel macaroni and cheese baked with a homemade cheddar roux sauce and diced tomatoes with green chiles. A spicy, creamy twist on classic baked mac and cheese.

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