FoodFood InformationPeppers/Chiles
Also known as the chile colorado and as the dried California chile. Bright scarlet, elongated, and tapered, measuring about 5 to 7 inches long and 1 1/2 to 2 inches across. Very thin fleshed; has an aroma that is wild and a little sagey. Earthy flavors, with a brickiness, some acidity and weediness, and tones of dried cherry. The heat is crisp and clear. Indispensable in making certain traditional red chile sauces. Also used decoratively in ristras. These chiles are sold in large quantity in the form of crushed flakes and ground chile powders.