Chipotle Chile Powder

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum ‘Jalapeño var. Chipotle’

Flavor: Earthy, Smoky, Spicy, with an underlying Sweetness, and slightly Fruity

Heat Level: Moderate - 2,500 to 10,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units)

Origin: Mexico

Use With: Beef, Chicken, Pork, Fish, Seafood, and Vegetables

Description: Chipotle Chiles start life as Jalapeños that are harvested at the end of the growing season once they have fully ripened and turned red. The ripe Jalapeños are then smoked over a wood fire until dried before being sold either whole, or more commonly ground which results in a unique, earthy, smoky spice with a mild to medium level of spice. Traditionally used in Mexican and Southwestern cooking, Chipotles have grown in popularity around the globe due to their delightful, ‘funky’, smoky flavor and has become a ‘must-have’ in many spice cabinets.

Suggested Uses:

An essential ingredient for Southwestern, Tex-Mex, and authentic Mexican cooking, Chipotle Chiles can be used anywhere that you would use ‘Cayenne’, ‘red chile powder’, ‘red pepper’, ‘crushed red pepper’, ‘pepper flakes’, or any variety of dried chile powder for a dash of smoky heat…

• Use in innumerable traditional Mexican recipes including: Birria, Barbacoa, Carne Asada, Carnitas, Tamales, Enchilada sauce, Ranchero sauce, salsas, hot sauces, and much, much, more Add it to marinades, sauces, soups, stews, dressings, and dips
• Add to dry rubs for meats, fish, and vegetables for the grill
• Use in your favorite chili con carne or barbeque sauce recipe to add a wonderful smokiness
• Sprinkle over scrambled eggs, smashed potatoes, popcorn, pizza, deviled eggs, or on any menu item you would want to add a bit of smoky heat!