Chile Cascabel Seco Dry cascabel chillies

TASTE:

Its slightly acidic thick flesh offers a medium-hot rich flavor. Woodsy and smoky-flavored, this chile has nutty and tobacco overtones. Scoville units: 4 (1500-2500).

USES:

Use in sauces, soups, relishes, salsas, and stews.

Ground or powdered, add to tamales and casseroles or use as a seasoning in a variety of savory dishes.

Combine with two or three other chile varieties in the same dish for a more complex hot flavor.