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Mexican Chili Trio

Heirloom Chilis from Guanajuato, Mexico

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Bring the bold, layered flavors of Mexico’s heirloom chilis into your kitchen with this three-pack featuring Ancho, Guajillo and Pasilla chili powders. Truly traceable and single origin, these chilis are grown, sun-dried and ground in Guanajuato by smallholder farmer Don Jesús — not just labeled “Product of Mexico,” but verifiably sourced from one farm using traditional methods and saved seeds. Each chili offers its own signature profile: Ancho’s mild, earthy warmth, Guajillo’s bright, tangy heat and Pasilla’s smoky, gently complex depth. Processed locally to preserve quality and aroma, they’re trusted by chefs and perfect for moles, salsas, marinades, stews and so much more.

    3-chili trio:

    • Bottle of Burlap & Barrel Ancho Chili on a textured brown background
      With medium heat and rich flavor, this chili adds depth and gentle warmth to sauces, stews, and marinades. A versatile base for countless savory dishes.
      Ingredients:

      Ancho chilis (capsium annum)

      Heat index: Medium
      Size: 2.0 oz
      Origin:

      Guanajuato, Mexico

      Process:

      Sun-dried, then ground

      Kosher
      non gmo clear
      non irradiated clear
      no preservatives clear
      • 1 whole ancho chili = 1 tsp powder
      • Stir into BBQ sauces, bean dishes and chili for rich, earthy sweetness with mild heat.
      • Sprinkle over nachos or roasted vegetables for a fruity, cocoa-tinged flavor boost.
      • Add depth to chocolate desserts like spiced cake or hot cocoa for a warm, unexpected twist.
    • Guajillo Chili Powder from Burlap & Barrel
      Bright and bold with lively heat, this chili brings a vibrant lift to salsas, adobos and rubs. Perfect for adding bright flavor and sizzle to soups, marinades and roasted vegetables.
      Ingredients:

      Guajillo chilis (capsium annum)

      Heat index: Hot
      Size: 1.9 oz
      Origin:

      Guanajuato, Mexico

      Process:

      Sun-dried, then ground

      Kosher
      non gmo clear
      non irradiated clear
      no preservatives clear
      • 1 whole guajillo chili = 1 tsp powder
      • Blend into salsas, adobos and marinades.
      • Add to soups, stews and braises for a bright, fruity lift.
      • Use in spice rubs for chicken, fish or roasted vegetables to bring lively flavor and aroma.
    • Jar of Burlap & Barrel Pasilla Chili on a textured brown background
      Smoky and complex, this chili adds layered flavor to moles, stews and slow-cooked dishes. Ideal for creating rich, comforting meals.
      Ingredients:

      Pasilla chilis (capsium annum)

      Heat index: Medium
      Salt Free
      Size: 1.9 oz
      Origin:

      Guanajuato, Mexico

      Process:

      Sun-dried & ground

      Kosher
      non gmo clear
      non irradiated clear
      no preservatives clear
      • 1 whole pasilla chili = 1 Tbsp powder
      • Stir into black mole, barbacoa or rich stews for smoky-sweet complexity.
      • Add to salad dressings, sauces or bean dishes for a touch of cocoa and dried fruit richness.
      • Sprinkle into mac and cheese or roasted root vegetables for gentle heat and dept

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    Sourcing

    Partner Farmer Don Jesús in his heirloom chili field from Burlap & Barrel

    The idea started with chefs in our network who were frustrated by inconsistent heat, flavor, and quality in so-called Mexican chilis. When we looked into it, we found out why: no traceability, no real provenance and few farmers still growing them the traditional way.

    So we built a supply chain from scratch. Through NUUP, a Mexican ag NGO, we met Don Jesús, a farmer in Guanajuato growing chilis from saved seeds on shared communal land (the ejido system). We worked with him to convert to using only organic inputs, manage drought and pest challenges and process the chilis locally for quality and safety.

    With our help, Don Jesús became licensed to export his own chilis directly, cutting out middlemen and putting more income and agency in his hands. The whole process took years and tens of thousands in investment, but it paid off. We now have a product that’s nearly impossible to find elsewhere: traceable, single-origin chilis, grown and dried in Mexico.

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