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A mildly hot chile pepper, the ancho focuses its energies, not on heat but its sugar content, which lends to its raisin-y taste. Yet, just like people, a chile pepper becomes more serious, more thoughtful, and much more wrinkled with age.
- Cuisine: Cajun, Caribbean, Latin American, Mexican, Southwestern American
- Product Style: Powder
- Country of Origin: Peru
- Basic Preparation: Ready to use as is. Follow recipe as instructed; please note that 1 tablespoon of Ancho Powder is equivalent to 1 Whole Ancho Chile.
- Recommended Applications: Ancho Powder is a great addition to enchiladas, stir-fry, soups, salsas, or sauces. Frequently used as a substitute for Guajillo Powder or Pasilla Negro Powder, due to the very similar heat and flavor profile. May also be sprinkled over fish or poultry prior to grilling for a unique flavor.
- Scoville Heat Scale: 1,000–2,500