Pepper Series: Discover the Cascabel Chile Pepper

Meet the Cascabel Chile pepper. This pepper is tiny but makes a big impact in Mexican cuisine. Known as the "rattle chili" due to its charming appearance, this little bell-shaped pepper offers a unique and delightful flavor profile that's hard to resist.

The name "Cascabel" translates to "rattle" or "jingle bell" in Spanish, and it's easy to see why. These peppers are small, round, and sport a reddish-brown to dark brown color, resembling miniature bells. 

Cascabel chiles bring a smoky, nutty flavor with a moderate level of heat to your dishes. Their versatility makes them suitable for various recipes, and to unlock their full flavor potential, it's best to toast or roast them before use. At Mexican Palate, we provide these peppers already dried and ready to add to your recipes.

They star in mole sauces (should you choose to cook from scratch), enhance enchilada sauces, tamales, and chili blends, offering a depth of flavor that's hard to replicate.

On the Scoville Heat Scale, Cascabel chiles typically range from 1,000 to 3,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). They bring a mild to moderately hot kick to your dishes, pleasing both spice enthusiasts and those who prefer milder flavors.

Despite its small size, it packs a flavorful punch that elevates culinary creations, including those in Mexican Palate recipes. Once you try it, you might just find your new kitchen favorite.