Tajin - Guajilo Chilli 75g

Bring bold, authentic flavor to your kitchen with Dried Guajillo Chilies. Known for their deep red color and smooth skin, guajillo chilies offer a unique blend of mild heat and rich, tangy-sweet flavor with hints of berries and a touch of smokiness. These medium-heat chilies are a staple in Mexican cooking, adding complexity and warmth without overpowering spice.

Ideal for salsas, marinades, and sauces, Dried Guajillo Chilies are especially famous in traditional Mexican mole recipes and adobos, where they lend a vibrant color and robust depth. Simply rehydrate them to release their full flavor and incorporate them into your favorite dishes, from soups and stews to taco fillings and enchilada sauces. Whether ground, blended, or simmered whole, guajillo chilies bring a deliciously authentic touch to any meal.

Here are some ways to use them:

1. Sauces and Salsas: Guajillo chilies are often used to create vibrant, flavorful salsas and sauces, including the classic guajillo salsa. They add depth and a subtle sweetness that enhances tacos, tamales, and enchiladas.

2. Mole and Adobo Sauces: Essential in mole and adobo recipes, guajillo chilies provide a robust base flavor and vivid color to these traditional sauces, often combined with other chilies for complex layers of flavor.

3. Marinades and Rubs: Blended or ground, guajillo chilies make a delicious marinade for meats and poultry, adding mild heat and a touch of earthiness. They’re perfect for seasoning carne asada, grilled chicken, or roasted pork.

4. Soups and Stews: Rehydrated guajillo chilies add warmth and richness to soups like pozole, birria, or tortilla soup, infusing broths with their gentle spice and color.

5. Infused Oils and Vinegars: Add dried guajillo chilies to oils or vinegars to create a spiced infusion. This is a great way to add a dash of flavor to salads, roasted vegetables, or stir-fries.

6. Rice and Beans: Add a piece of guajillo to rice or beans while cooking to subtly flavor the dish with its mild spiciness and unique taste.

7. Ground Seasoning: Guajillo chilies can be ground into powder and used as a seasoning to add to chili powder blends, spice rubs, or sprinkled directly on food for a mild kick.

With their balanced, slightly fruity heat, Guajillo Chilies are versatile and easy to incorporate into various dishes, adding an authentic Mexican flavor profile that elevates meals with a touch of warmth and color.