NuMex Joe E Parker peppers represent an exceptional heirloom choice for gardeners prioritizing flavor and accessibility over extreme heat. These mild chilies deliver a refined heat range of 500 to 2,500 Scoville units, allowing the pepper's natural sweetness and complex flavor profile to shine through without overwhelming the palate. Similar in character to Anaheim peppers, this variety excels in fresh applications while maintaining remarkable versatility across diverse culinary preparations—from roasting and stuffing to incorporating into sauces, salsas, and traditional New Mexican cuisine. The vigorous, easy-growing plants reach 2 to 5 feet in height with lush green foliage and consistently produce abundant yields, making them reliable performers in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouse environments. NuMex Joe E Parker thrives across varied growing conditions, delivering dependable harvests for both novice gardeners and experienced cultivators seeking a low-maintenance, high-reward variety. The elongated fruits mature to vibrant red, offering visual appeal alongside culinary excellence. David's Garden Seeds® provides these authentic seeds for your garden.

Germination Rate: 57%. Date Tested: 9/25. TLM.

Texas germination standard is 55%.

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Roasted NuMex Joe E Parker Green Chile Sauce

Use harvested peppers, not planting seeds. Makes approximately 2 cups, about 8 servings. Prep time: 20 minutes. Cooking time: 30–35 minutes. Total time: approximately 50–55 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green NuMex Joe E Parker peppers
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely diced onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 cup vegetable broth, plus more to thin if needed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Directions

1. Rinse peppers. Broil on a rimmed baking sheet, turning carefully, for 8–12 minutes until skins blister. Watch closely. Transfer to a heatproof bowl, cover, and rest for 10 minutes.
2. When cool enough to handle, wear gloves to peel loosened skins, remove stems and seed cores, and chop the peppers. Avoid touching your eyes.
3. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion for 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
4. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Gradually whisk in broth. Add chopped peppers, cumin, and salt.
5. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Add a little broth if needed. Taste cautiously and adjust seasoning.
6. Serve warm over burritos, cooked beans, or eggs. Heat varies between peppers.

Storage and Safety

Refrigerate in a covered container within 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F. Keep at 40°F or below and use within 3–4 days. Reheat leftovers to 165°F. This sauce is not shelf-stable and is not a tested canning recipe. Wash hands and preparation surfaces after handling peppers.