Dried peppers are generally referred to as chilies (note the comment on spelling below), though that term is used in some circles and situations in reference to fresh peppers as well (Thai bird's eye chilies are a common example). Cayenne Pepper Powder: This intense chili powder is made from ground cayenne peppers and adds a considerable amount of heat to dishes. Traditional cooking uses: Ancho is a base of many traditional Mexican dishes. This chili is commonly used for sauces and soups and needs rehydration for about 20 minutes in boiling water before use. Either dress and stuff the rehydrated chili pepper for a main entree or place it in a food processor and create a chili paste that goes well with many Mexican dishes. Chilhuacle Amarillo As for your second comment, I would LOVE to do a second feature on the chiles (chilies, chillies, heh) from the Southwestern US. For that matter, I would love to do another feature on the fresh (not dried) chilies of Mexico, and a feature on Central and South American chilies. I’ve got some aji amarillo chilies just begging to be written about. The idea here was to familiarize my readers with dried Mexican chilies, and given my tendency to go VERY far in depth with my research, I didn’t want to put too much in one post. But honestly, it make me very happy to know that you enjoyed this, AND that you’d like to see more. This kind of input is precisely what drives me when considering what I should work on next.

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Start by wiping off any dusty crevasses with a wet paper towel, then we'll de-stem and de-seed the chilis. I find it easiest to cut off the tops and make a slit lengthwise so you can pull out the veins and seeds. Cumin and Paprika: A blend of ground cumin and paprika can be a great alternative to chili powder. Cumin adds an earthy flavor similar to chili powder, while paprika provides a mild heat. Combine equal parts of both spices to mimic the taste.Dried Poblano peppers are incredibly rich in taste and spice and are known as one of the top three chillis in the “Holy Trinity” of Mexican peppers. Mulato peppers are the dried version of Poblano peppers.

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If necessary remove the stems from the peppers and chop into smallish pieces so they fit in your grinder When you can’t get your hands on chili powder or you want to explore new flavors, it’s good to know you have plenty of alternatives. Here are some spice blends you can try as substitutes.Sean thank you so very much! I think you have solved the mystery. At 66 I don’t so much mind losing things, but my tamale recipe, I think not. I will most definitely let you know how it turns out. Best regards, Pam

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When using chili powder in your cooking, it is important to consider the desired level of heat in your dish. Some chili powders are relatively mild, while others are quite spicy. If you’re unfamiliar with a particular brand or blend, start with a small amount and adjust to your taste. This recipe has a base of ancho chile peppers which register at about 1,000-2,000 Scoville heat units (SHU). In case you aren’t familiar, Scoville heat units are the most commonly accepted way to measure the heat of chile peppers. The Chimayo chili powder I included registers between 4,000 – 6,000 SHU.In a dry skillet over high heat, toast the dried ancho chile pods for a few seconds on each side until slightly fragrant and they start to puff up a little. Let them cool slightly, then remove the stem and shake out any seeds. The more seeds left in, the hotter the chili seasoning will be.