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Ancho Chili Powder

Capsicum annuum (for dried poblano peppers) Allergen-Free
ancho chili powder

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Solanaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mexican
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Dried Poblano peppers

Was ist Ancho Chili Powder?

A deep red-brown powder made from ground dried poblano peppers, offering a mild, fruity, and slightly smoky flavor with low heat.

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Wie schmeckt Ancho Chili Powder?

Mild, fruity, earthy, sweet, notes of raisin/prune

Taste
Mildly Sweet, Smoky, Fruity, Earthy
Texture
Fine powder
Aroma
Dried fruit, Tobacco, Earthy, Smoky
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Culinary Use

A foundational ingredient in moles, chili, and authentic Mexican sauces.

Origin

Ground from dried poblano peppers. "Ancho" means "wide" in Spanish.

Scoville Heat Units

1,000-1,500 SHU (very mild).

Nährwertangaben

Per 2.3g
Calories280 kcal
Total Fat14 g
Saturated Fat2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein12 g
Total Carbohydrate45 g
Dietary Fiber30 g
Total Sugars10 g
Calcium200 mg
Iron10 mg
Potassium2000 mg

Geheimtipp des Chefs

Toasting ancho chili powder lightly in a dry pan for a few seconds before adding liquids or other ingredients can deepen its smoky and fruity notes.

Ancho Chili Powder Ersatz & Verhältnisse

Der beste Ersatz für Ancho Chili Powder ist Guajillo Chili Powder, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1. Similar mildness and fruity notes, often used in combination with ancho in Mexican cuisine.

Ersatz für Ancho Chili Powder mit Verhältnissen
Ersatz Verhältnis Am besten geeignet für
Guajillo Chili Powder Am besten 1:1 Similar mildness and fruity notes, often used in combination with ancho in Mexican cuisine.
Smoked Paprika (Spanish) 1:1 Provides smokiness and a deep red color, but less fruity and slightly different flavor profile.
Chipotle Powder (use less) 1:0.5 (or to taste) Offers intense smokiness and significantly more heat, so use sparingly.
Mild Chili Powder Blend 1:1 A general chili powder (non-cumin heavy) can provide color and mild heat, but less specific fruity/smoky notes.

Wie man Ancho Chili Powder auswählt & lagert

  1. Purchase from reputable spice merchants.
  2. Store in an airtight container away from light and heat for maximum freshness.

Womit passt Ancho Chili Powder gut zusammen?

  • Beef
  • pork
  • chicken
  • chocolate
  • tomatoes
  • beans
  • corn
  • cumin
  • oregano
  • garlic.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Wie schmeckt Ancho Chili Powder?

Mild, fruity, earthy, sweet, notes of raisin/prune Dried fruit, Tobacco, Earthy, Smoky

Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Ancho Chili Powder?

Der beste Ersatz ist Guajillo Chili Powder (1:1). Similar mildness and fruity notes, often used in combination with ancho in Mexican cuisine.

Wie wählt und lagert man Ancho Chili Powder?

Purchase from reputable spice merchants. Store in an airtight container away from light and heat for maximum freshness.

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