Anaheim Pepper Puree

Anaheim pepper puree is made from Anaheim peppers, a mild chili pepper variety originating from New Mexico and popularized in California. The peppers are typically roasted, peeled, seeded, and then pureed to create a smooth paste.

Manufacturers use Anaheim pepper puree to add a mild, slightly sweet, and smoky pepper flavor to foods. It is commonly found in sauces, marinades, dips, and frozen meals, particularly those with Mexican, Southwestern, or Asian-inspired flavor profiles.

Anaheim pepper puree is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a natural source of capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat, though Anaheim peppers are very mild. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but specific evaluations for Anaheim pepper puree are not widely published. No significant health concerns are associated with typical consumption levels.