Types of Chili PeppersTypes of chili peppers are a staple of many Mexican food dishes and if you want to prepare Mexican food that is tasty and authentic you need to have some knowledge of the various types of chilies. Mexican food recipes frequently call for one or more different types of peppers. Its not uncommon at all to see a recipe that calls for multiple types of chilies. Many different versions of mole sauce, for example; demand multiple types of peppers. You might be surprised to learn that there are actually more than 200 different types of peppers. The various types of peppers range from varieties that are quite mild to chili peppers that will certainly scorch your mouth. Below we have provided a list of some of the most common types of peppers. Red Savina Habanero As types of peppers go, bell pepper is one of the most mild peppers. The Red Sabina Habanero will certainly set your mouth on fire, so its a good idea to keep a tall glass of water nearby. You may be surprised to note that the jalapeno pepper fell closer to the end of our list. This is because, when compared to other types of chili peppers, the jalapeno is actually quite mild!
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