Guajillo Chile Paste
What is Guajillo Chile Paste?
Guajillo chile paste is made from dried guajillo chiles, a popular variety of chili pepper native to Mexico. The dried peppers are typically rehydrated, deseeded, and then ground into a smooth paste, often with the addition of water or other liquids to achieve the desired consistency.
Is Guajillo Chile Paste vegan?
Guajillo Chile Paste is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Guajillo Chile Paste gluten-free?
It is derived from a fruit and does not contain gluten.
Is Guajillo Chile Paste a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Guajillo Chile Paste used for?
Manufacturers use guajillo chile paste to add a distinct smoky, slightly sweet, and mildly spicy flavor to foods.
Is Guajillo Chile Paste safe?
Guajillo chile paste is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use guajillo chile paste to add a distinct smoky, slightly sweet, and mildly spicy flavor to foods. It is commonly found in Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes, including sauces, marinades, stews, and dips.
Health notes
Guajillo chile paste is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of vitamins and antioxidants. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated similar chili-derived products, but specific evaluations for guajillo chile paste's health effects at typical consumption levels are not widely published.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is derived from a fruit and does not contain gluten.
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