Dry Chiles

Dry Chiles

Standards: 4.A.1, 6.A.1, 6.B.1, 7.A.1, 7.B.1

Multiple Choice

How many dry chiles did you see in the previous picture?

• Four

• Eight

• Six

• Ten

Multiple Choice

What kind of dry chile does Patti use in her recipe?

• Puga

• Guajillo

• Ancho

• Negro

Mexican Chiles

Fresh compared to dry! Isn't this amazing?

Multiple Choice

Dry chiles can either be boiled or fried.

• Cierto.

• Falso.

What dishes are dry chiles used with?

• Enchiladas

• Pozole

• Tamales

• The list can go on and on! I only listed the most common foods in New Mexico.

Multiple Choice

Some chiles have dry skin and need to be soaked before being cooked?

• Cierto

• Falso

Where can I buy dried chiles?

One of the first spots to check is the produce section of the grocery store. Along with dried fruits, dried hot peppers are often stocked near the fresh fruits and vegetables. The spice aisle is another place to find dried chiles. Since they're often added to sauces, you could also try the condiment aisle.

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Multiple Choice

Where can you buy dry chiles?

• Canned food section

• Produce section

• Dairy

• Frozen food aisle

What did you learn about dry chiles?