Taste of Mexico: Piquín

Published November 3, 2024

Mexico has made remarkable contributions to the world: chocolate, carmine dye, the art of Frida Kahlo, color television, Corona beer and, above all, powdered piquín chili.

I have often heard foreigners describe us as crazy for adding chili to fruit or snacks, but once they give it a try, they can’t go back. The piquín chili is so addictive that I have friends who carry a small bottle of it with them everywhere because they can’t live without this essential condiment.

What is piquín chili?  

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