Guajillo peppers have a dynamically fruity flavor, redolent of cranberry and tomato, with a hint of smokiness. This ground form also lets you craft custom spice blends and BBQ rubs. Guajillo's moderate heat level—500 to 5,000 on the Scoville Heat Scale—makes them a good choice for family-friendly cooking.

Which is hotter ancho or guajillo?

Easiest to find: Ancho pepper

They share a comparable sweetness and earthiness, but they are a step down in overall heat, 1,000 to 1,5000 Scoville heat units compared to the guajillo's 2,500 to 5,000.

Are guajillo chilies hot?

Guajillo chiles have a sweet, fruity, tangy, smoky flavor profile with notes of berries and tea. They have a mild heat, registering 2,500 to 5,000 on the Scoville scale. (Compared to the jalapeño which is 2,500–8,000 SHU, or a poblano, which is 1,000–1,500 SHU.)