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Chimayo chili powder

Chimayo chili powder
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Ingredient Information

Name

Chimayo chili powder

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

2 recipes

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Inactive

Description

Chimayó chili powder is a traditional Mexican seasoning made by grinding dried red chilies native to the Chimayó region in the state of New Mexico, United States. This chili is highly valued for its deep, slightly smoky flavor with an earthy touch, making it ideal for enhancing stews, sauces, soups, and meats.

Chimayó chili powder comes from a chili variety cultivated for centuries in the area, which possesses unique characteristics thanks to its climate and soil. Its use is common in the cuisine of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and it is a key ingredient for traditional recipes such as chili con carne or adobos.

Regarding its properties, this powder is a natural source of vitamins A and C, as well as capsaicin, a compound responsible for its moderate spiciness and benefits for circulation and metabolism. Furthermore, it not only adds flavor and color to dishes but can also help intensify their aroma.

In different Hispanic American countries, Chimayó chili powder may be known simply as red chili powder or ground chili pepper, although these terms encompass a broader range of ground chilies. However, for those seeking an authentic and characteristic flavor, Chimayó chili powder is the preferred choice.

Nutritional Properties

33g
fiber
148mg
calcium
32mcg
folate
7.7mg
iron
1120mg
potassium
282
calories
2100mcg
lycopene
14g
proteins
76mg
vitamin c
14g
total fats
56g
carbohydrates

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