Chili Pepper (New Mexico, Powder)

Chili powder refers to almost any variety or collection of varieties of chilies. This chili powder consists of ground New Mexico chilies and rates about a 3 on a heat scale of 1 to 10, which is about the same as a jalapeno. New Mexico chilies have a sweeter, earthy flavor with a hint of weediness. Ground New Mexico chilies are most commonly used in rubs and seasoning blends, but can also be added to soups, stews and red sauces for extra flavor without intense heat.