Chilli Del Árbol, sun dried, sun dried, entire pieces 300g Capsicum Annuum chilli from Mexico and Central America. Widely used in Mexican cuisine. It is characterized by spicy taste and rich aroma, chili can be cooked or used raw, sliced, etc. Chiles de árbol has a high content of vitamins C and A and are cultivated from pre-Hispanic times. The plant is taller than average chilli and has long, thin fruits about 7 cm long. After drying, it acquires a bright red color. It is usually used in the dry state, although some gourmets prefer fresh. This highly popular variety is often used in soups, sals and sauces or for direct consumption. Highly tasty variety that fits most of the wide selection of mild to medium-sized Mexican dishes, such as Chilli Con Carne. It can also be used in jams. The pods are about 15 cm long and 4 cm wide. Chili peppers are rich in vitamin C and carotene ("provitamin A"), contain a number of B vitamins, vitamin B6 and are also very rich in iron, magnesium and potassium.