Chile de Árbol Whole 75g 

Description:

Explore the vibrant heat of Mexican cuisine with La Catrinas' Chile de Árbol Enteros, in a 50g package. Known as the "tree pepper," this Chile de Árbol features an elongated shape and an intense red color, providing a spicy and robust flavor.

Characteristics:

• Originating from Mexico, Chile de Árbol is appreciated for its intense spiciness, which adds a distinctive touch to dishes. Its versatility shines in recipes ranging from spicy sauces and salsas to soups, stews, and marinades.
• Heat Level: Arbol chilies are known for their fiery heat, ranging between 15,000 to 30,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). This places them in the upper-moderate to high heat range.

• Flavor Profile: Despite their intense heat, arbol chilies offer a distinct and slightly smoky flavor with a hint of grassiness and subtly nutty undertones contribute to a unique flavor profile, captivating pepper enthusiasts and chefs. This makes them a popular choice for adding both heat and depth to dishes.

• Texture: The dried arbol chili has a brittle and crisp texture, making it easy to crush or grind into a powder.

Suggested Uses:

• Culinary Applications: Arbol chilies are widely used in Mexican cuisine to add heat and flavor to various dishes. They are often included in salsas, hot sauces, and spice blends.

• Dried Spice: Once dried, arbol chilies can be ground into a powder and used as a spice to add heat to soups, stews, sauces, and marinades.

• Infused Oils and Vinegars: Arbol chilies are sometimes used to infuse oils or vinegars, creating a spicy condiment that can be drizzled over pizzas, salads, or grilled meats.

• Pickling: Dried arbol chilies are suitable for pickling, providing a spicy kick to pickled vegetables and fruits.

• Garnish: Whole or crushed arbol chilies can be used as a garnish for visual appeal and an extra burst of heat on dishes like tacos, nachos, or grilled meats.

• Careful Selection and Importation: Our dried chillies are of higher quality than you normally find available for sale and have been brought directly from Mexico.

Storage:

Store in a cool and dry place, away from sunlight.

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