guajillo
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Mexican Cooking. a dried mirasol chili pepper.
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any of various shrubs of the southwestern United States, especially the fernlike Senegalia berlandieri or the thorny Acacia berlandieri, both important honey plants.
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The dried arbol, chipotle and guajillo chiles turn chewy with a gentle, slow burn while the almonds, sesame seeds and pepitas offer a nice crunch.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2024
The poultry fillings, coated in cheddar and queso asadero, are served in a corn tortilla that’s been fried in an oil infused with guajillo peppers, anise star and fall spices.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 28, 2024
Luxury farming: At the Flamingo Estate, you can find some highly sought-after botanical goods — including a 6.5-ounce jar of dried strawberries dusted with guajillo chile and lime that costs $80.
From New York Times • May 23, 2023
Soak the ancho and guajillo peppers in just enough water to cover for 25-30 minutes, or until soft.
From Salon • Feb. 3, 2023
Besides, the imported chiles and guajillo were expensive, and already we were living on so little.
From "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henríquez
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