Description
Ancho Chilli Flakes is just that, whole Ancho pods are dried and flaked
Just as with our Ancho Chilli and Ancho Powders should only be bought from trusted sellers as we are the ones that love our ancho and care the ancho chilli you use its what is should be, sweet berry flavours!
Ancho chilli is the most sold chilli in Mexico, when you have the right ancho its not surprising
As with our feelings with our whole Ancho Grande Chilli only the highest grade of ancho is flaked into uniformed size of around 3mm pieces
When cooking with ancho flakes they will not break down but will go very soft being a blended texture ideal for any sauce
Typically 1 heaped teaspoon of flake is 1/2 a whole pod
To make an ancho paste simply add warm water, waste 2-5 mins till soft and stir, can be blended
See our Ancho Chilli Recipes here
Packed in a Unit that handles Sesame Seeds, Mustard and Celery
Nutritional Information per 100g
Energy kcals 324
Energy kJ 1355
Protein 10.6g
Fat 5.8g
of which Saturates 0.8g
Carbohydrate 69.9g
of which Sugars 41.1g
Fibre 28.7g
Sodium 91mg
Ancho Chilli Flakes - Quick Reference
- What are Ancho chilli flakes?: Dried ripe poblano chillies cut into approximately 3mm flakes, including the natural pod flavour and texture.
- Principal flavour: A distinctive sweet berry flavour; this is the defining character of a good-quality Ancho.
- Supporting notes: Gentle dried-fruit depth and soft pepper richness without sharp chilli heat.
- Heat level: Mild; Ancho is selected for flavour rather than strong heat.
- Common uses: Mexican sauces, mole, chilli con carne, marinades, rubs, stews and slow-cooked meat or vegetable dishes.
- Pairs well with: Cumin, Mexican oregano, garlic, tomato, cocoa, cinnamon, beef, pork and beans.
- How to use: Add directly to cooking for a soft textured finish, or soak in warm water for 2-5 minutes and blend into a paste.
- Quantity guide: Approximately one heaped teaspoon of flakes is equivalent to half a whole Ancho pod.
- Comparison: Sweeter and brighter in flavour than Mulato, which has a darker berry character.
- Storage: Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Customer Reviews
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Ancho Chilli Flakes
Top notch quality. Wonderfully fragrant and every flake is packed with flavour.
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Ancho Chilli flakes
Nice and warming sweet chilli. Excellent product
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Fruity, spicey, gorgeous
I used to buy ancho flakes from Sainsbury's, then I had some whole ancho from SpicesOnTheWeb, and so bought these flakes, they are 1000x better. Fruity, depth, gentle heat. Lovely. I put them on pizza!
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Spice
Everything was fine
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Ancho
Always amazing quality and service. My favourite one stop shop!
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Brilliant and
Brilliant and a gorgeous smell! Although slightly expensive, but worth the treat.
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Brilliant and
Brilliant and a gorgeous smell! Although slightly expensive, but worth the treat.
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Brilliant and
Brilliant and a gorgeous smell! Although slightly expensive, but worth the treat.
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Always a
Always a winner
