Chile de Arbol
Chiles$2.99 / lbApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Chile de arbol is a thin, fiery dried chile with smoky notes and a vivid red color. It is used in molcajete salsas, chile-infused oils, and to season arrachera and basket tacos. It is dry-toasted before rehydrating to intensify its flavor. Its capsaicin content is high, leaving a lasting heat.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Chile de Arbol, part of the chillies section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 12 recipes in our collection, including Red Pozole, Red Menudo and Birria Tacos (Quesabirria). Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes using chile de arbol
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Chile de Arbol?
Chile de Arbol is used in 12 recipes in our collection, such as Red Pozole and Red Menudo. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
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