The chilli pepper is the fruit of the plant Capsicum from the nightshade family, Solanaceae.
They are rich in vitamin C and are believed to have many beneficial effects on health.
They are rich in vitamin C and are believed to have many beneficial effects on health.
| ANCHO Mild & slightly sweet with the flavour of a slightly hot raisin or prune |
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| DE ARBOL: Hot & concentrated |
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| CHIPOTLE: Very hot with a deep, smoky flavour |
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| GUAJILLO: Medium hot - widely used in Mexico with a slightly tannic taste |
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| PASSILA: Sharp. medium heat with a liquorice & earthy flavour & a hint of bitterness |
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| JALAPENO: Thick, soft skinned medium hot - Americas favourite chilli |
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| SERRANO: Small, common chilli with medium heat & peppery flavour |
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| NEW MEXICO RED A deep, roasted flavour, not too spicy |
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| ADOBO SAUCE: A blend of chillies & cinnamon, fiery & sweet |
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