Chili Powder

There is a difference between chili pepper and chili powder. Chili pepper consists solely of chili pods which have been dried, then powdered. Chili powder is a blend, of which ground chili pepper is used as a base (usually 80% of total volume), with the addition of spices such as cumin and Mexican oregano.

Chili Powder has a rich flavor, deep color, very little heat. This blend is the traditional backbone of many Mexican dishes, from burritos to tamales.  Serve with a shaker jar of crushed hot peppers on the side for those who like heat.  Handmixed from: Ancho chili pepper, cumin, garlic, Mexican oregano.