Smaller chile varieties, like chiles de árbol or chiltepin ... They’re light brown and shriveled with a tough, leathery texture and a mild to medium heat level. Chipotles are often blended ...

Some popular chili pepper varieties include jalapeños and habaneros ... and their heat level can fluctuate anywhere from mild to medium. Hatch chiles start out green and mild, but over time ...

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