Anaheim Chiles (Capsicum Annuum) are dark brownish - maroon in color, about 5 to 7" high and 1-1/2" wide. Anaheim Chiles are elongated, tapered and has a thin flesh with an earthy chile flavor and undertones of wild cherries. This chile ranges from 2 - 4 on a heat scale of 1 to 10. The Anaheim Chile may be referred to as the California Chile or Chile Colorado. Anaheim Chiles are commonly used in Red Mexican or Southwestern sauces and is grown in Mexico. This mildly hot chile also comes in a 100 pure powdered form and is used to make Ristras. Scoville heat units 8,000 - 12,000.ÊSuggested Use: Anaheim Chiles are mildly hot and very popular in Southwest cooking. Great in sauces, salsa, rice dishes, stews and soups. Add directly to the cooking liquid along with other spices. Use in stir fry, or add to chicken or fish marinades. Ingredients: Dried Anaheim chiles. Basic Prep: Rinse product first with warm water. soak in hot water for 10 minutes to rehydrate or add directly to recipe that will cook at least 10 minutes. Once rehydrated, dice or puree and add to a recipe. Ê Often also spelled Chile, Chilli, Chille.
