New Mexico Chile Peppers
Also Known As: New Mexican Chile Peppers, California Chile Peppers or Anaheim Chile Peppers
Origin: U.S.A.
Ingredients: New Mexico Chile Peppers
Taste and Aroma: Mild heat, sweet and distinctive of the Aji Panca Chiles.
Uses: Sauces, stew, burritos, soup, salsa, tacos or chili.
Substitutes:Aji Panca Chiles, Guajillo Chile Peppers, Ancho Chile Peppers or Chipotle Brown Chile Peppers.
Fun Fact: New Mexico Chile Peppers come in at about 1,500 Scoville heat units, making it half the heat level of a jalapeno.
Health Value:
-May improve digestion by stimulating secretions in the stomach
-May help reduce high blood pressure
-May help reduce high cholesterol
-May help clear a stuffed nose by irritating the mucus membranes
-May help protect against some types of cancer
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.