De Árbol
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- Origin
- Mexico
- Scoville Heat Units
- 15 000 - 300 000 SHU
- Flavor
- Smoky, Nutty
- Color
- Red
- Shape
- Long and thin
Description
The De Árbol, meaning 'tree chili' in Spanish, is a classic Mexican pepper prized for its slender dried pods and bold smoky-nutty flavor with searing heat. Measuring just 5–8 cm in length, its bright red dried pods are a staple in Mexican cuisine, used to make fiery salsas, infused oils, and authentic chili sauces. The tree-like growth habit of the plant inspired its Spanish name, and it remains one of the most widely used dried chilies in Mexican cooking.