Guajillo Chile Powder

Botanical Name: Capsicum Annuum ‘Guajillo’

Flavor: Fruity, Sweet, Tangy, with a hint of Tart Berries and slight Smoky undertones

Heat Level: Moderate - 2,500 to 5,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units)

Origin: Mexico

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

Description: The Guajillo is one of the most popular dried chiles used in Mexico used in Mexico second only to the Ancho Chile. The dried form of the Mirasol Pepper, Guajillo Chiles are known for their distinctive, rich, fruity taste, vibrant red color, and sweet moderate heat. Used extensively throughout Mexico in salsas, sauces, soups, stews, marinades, and rubs, the Guajillo is equally popular in Southwestern and Tex-Mex cuisine especially with those that love chile flavor without blazing heat.

Suggested Uses:

An essential ingredient for preparing many authentic Mexican dishes, but 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 moderate heat and wonderful flavor…

• Lightly toast Guajillo Chile Powder in a dry skillet before incorporating it into your recipes to enhance its flavors and aromas
• Mix with other Mexican chile powders such as ancho, pasilla, and chipotle to create incredible depth and complexity to all kinds of dishes
• Pairs exceptionally well with citrus and chocolate
• Add to dry rubs, dressings, and dips for a pleasant level of heat and a tangy, fruity touch
• Dust over vegetables, meats, fish, and shrimp before roasting or grilling
• Sprinkle over scrambled eggs, smashed potatoes, popcorn, pizza, rice, pasta, or anywhere else you can imagine