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Guajillo Chili

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Guajillo chili is the dried form of the mirasol pepper, a variety of Capsicum annuum used widely in Mexican cooking. It usually has mild to moderate heat and a reddish-brown skin, with flavors commonly described as tangy, fruity, and reminiscent of berries or tea. Cooks use it in salsas, adobos, marinades, soups, and other sauces, where it contributes color and a rounded dried-chili flavor. It is useful to cooks preparing Mexican dishes with whole dried peppers.

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What is guajillo chili made from?

Guajillo is the dried form of the mirasol chili pepper, a Mexican variety that ripens to a bright red color. It has mild to medium heat and a tangy, berry-like flavor.

How hot is guajillo chili?

Guajillo is usually around 2,500 to 5,000 Scoville units, although individual pods vary. Its flavor is more important than its heat, with notes of dried fruit, tea, and red berries.

What dishes use guajillo chili?

Guajillo is a traditional ingredient in Mexican adobos, red salsas, marinades, and some tamales. It is often blended with ancho or pasilla chilies to build a deeper sauce.

How should guajillo pods be prepared before cooking?

Remove the stems and seeds, toast the pods briefly, and soak them in hot water until flexible. Blend the softened chilies with garlic, spices, or broth to make a smooth red sauce.

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