Guajillo Chile


Guajillo Chiles (pronounced "wha-hee- yo”) are the dried version of the Mirasol chile. Guajillo translates to "little gourd" and is so-called for the rattling sound the seeds make as the dried pods are shaken.
There are approximately five dried Guajillo chiles per oz.
The second most popular dried chile pepper in Mexico, Guajillo chiles are reddish-brown with reasonably thick skin. These chiles range from 3-6 inches in length and are approximately 1 inch wide with a slight curve and tapper at the point. While most frequently sold as a whole pepper, you can also buy Guajillo chile flakes or Guajillo chile powder.
Flavor Profile
Guajillo chiles are slightly fruity with a sweet heat, slightly bitter, and astringent with a hint of pine, tart berries, and light smoky undertones.
Heat Level
Considered a medium heat chile, Guajillo Chiles has a heat range of 2,500 to 5,000 SHU depending on that season’s growing conditions.
How to Use
Guajillo Peppers are traditionally dry toasted before ground or hydrating into a thin paste. Add this popular chile to chile sauces, chili con carne, pozole, salsas, soups, stews, and tamales. In addition, they've frequently used pastes or rubs to flavor all kinds of meats, especially chicken and pork.
Substitutions
For Mexican dishes, the most accessible substitute to find is the Ancho chile. In contrast, the chile closest to the flavor profile and heat is the Pasilla Negro chile and the best to add some excitement to a dish is the Cascabel Chile.
Country of Origin
Mexico
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 chile, 6g
Amount Per Serving
Calories19
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium5.5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate4.2g2%
Dietary Fiber1.7g7%
Total Sugars2.5g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.7g1%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium3mg0%
Iron0mg2%
Potassium112mg2%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.