McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper
Professional Culinary Chef Size Container of Ancho Chile Pepper
Price: $36.87USD
McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper 16oz 453g
Use McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper to add a sweet, fruity, and earthy flavor with mild heat. Ancho is the most widely used of the dried chiles and is known as a poblano pepper when fresh. When dried, ancho chile peppers develop a deeper, richer flavor that is warm and flavorful rather than hot.
Ancho chile peppers are reddish-brown in color and traditionally grown in central regions of Mexico. The word “ancho” means “wide” in Spanish, and in whole form the pepper has a broad, heart-like shape. It is one of the largest dried chiles and a staple ingredient in many classic Mexican dishes.
Sprinkle ancho chile pepper into pasta dishes, pizza sauces, and tomato-based sauces for added depth. Use it on tacos, burritos, and fajitas for gentle warmth and flavor. Ancho chile pepper also works well in salsas, rice dishes, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and homemade bread croutons.
Ingredients: Ancho Chile Peppers and Silicone Dioxide (Added To Keep Free Flowing).
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| Qty: | Description | Price |
| Each | Unit Price | $36.87USD |
| 6 | 6 or More | $34.43USD |
| 24 | 24 or More | $33.31USD |
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McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper 16oz 453g - FAQ
- Q: What is ancho chile pepper?
- A: Ancho chile pepper is the dried form of the poblano pepper. When fresh it is called a poblano; once dried it becomes ancho, developing a deeper, sweeter, and more complex flavor.
- Q: How spicy is ancho chile pepper?
- A: Ancho chile pepper has mild heat. It is much milder than cayenne or chipotle and is known more for flavor than heat.
- Q: What does ancho chile pepper taste like?
- A: Ancho chile pepper has a sweet, fruity, and earthy flavor with subtle smoky notes. Many people notice hints of raisin or dried fruit.
- Q: How much ancho chile pepper should I use?
- A: Start with a small amount and adjust to taste. Because ancho chile pepper is mild, it is often used generously to build flavor without adding excessive heat.
- Q: What dishes is ancho chile pepper commonly used in?
- A: Ancho chile pepper is commonly used in Mexican and Southwestern cooking, including moles, enchiladas, tacos, burritos, fajitas, chili, and salsas. It also works well in pasta sauces, pizza sauces, soups, marinades, and rubs.
- Q: Can ancho chile pepper be used outside of Mexican cuisine?
- A: Yes. Ancho chile pepper adds depth and gentle warmth to a wide range of foods, including burgers, roasted vegetables, rice dishes, mashed potatoes, seafood, chicken, and even homemade bread croutons.
- Q: What color is ancho chile pepper?
- A: Ancho chile peppers are reddish-brown in color when dried and ground.
- Q: Where do ancho chile peppers come from?
- A: Ancho chile peppers are traditionally grown in central regions of Mexico and are one of the most widely used dried chiles in Mexican cuisine.
- Q: Is ancho chile pepper the same as chili powder?
- A: No. Ancho chile pepper is a single-ingredient ground chile, while chili powder is a blend that usually contains multiple chiles and spices such as cumin, garlic, and oregano.
- Q: What ingredients are in McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper?
- A: McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper contains ground ancho chile peppers and silicon dioxide, which is added to help keep the spice free-flowing.
- Q: Is McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper kosher?
- A: Yes. McCormick Ancho Chile Pepper is OU Certified Kosher.
- Q: How should ancho chile pepper be stored?
- A: Store ancho chile pepper in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place away from heat, light, and moisture to maintain its flavor and color.
- Q: How long does ancho chile pepper keep its flavor?
- A: When stored properly, ancho chile pepper maintains good flavor for up to two years, though peak flavor is best within the first year.
