Oaxacan Chile Pods

Oaxacan Chile Pods

Oaxacan Chile Pods is very wrinkled, tapered from 1-1/2” at the top down to a little less than 1” at the bottom and is about 4” long, It is a shiny deep reddish mahogany in color. Oaxacan’s are flavorful and aromatic chiles that hail from Oaxaca, a region in Mexico renowned for its rich culture and exquisite cuisine. Oaxacan Chile Pods are prized for their smoky, sweet, and fruity flavor, and are a key ingredient in many traditional Mexican dishes, such as mole, tamales, salsas, and stews.

Oaxacan Chile Pods are known for their rich, deep color and distinctive smoky flavor, which comes from the unique process of smoking the chile before it is dried. The smoky flavor adds a delicious intensity to any dish, while the fruity notes make it an excellent flavor enhancer for meat dishes, particularly, pork, beef, and chicken. You can use the chiles whole, or rehydrate them and use them to make a flavorful sauce or paste. They are also a wonderful addition to casseroles, beans, soups, and rice dishes.

Oaxacan Chile Pods have a variety of culinary applications, such as marinades, rubs, or spice blends. They are also perfect for adding heat and flavor to vegetable dishes like sautéed spinach, roasted carrots, and grilled eggplant. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just starting out, Oaxacan Chile Pods can give your dishes a unique and authentic Mexican flair that can’t be replicated with any other ingredient. The Oaxacan is considered a medium heat chile and comes in at 4,000 to 10,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units).