guajillo

/ɡwaˈxiʝo/; gwah-HEE-oh

Definitions

1. noun

A type of mild to medium-hot dried chili pepper commonly used in Mexican cuisine.

“The chef added guajillo peppers to the stew for extra flavor.”

2. proper noun

A city in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico.

“Guajillo is a small town in the northern part of the country.”

Synonyms

  • chiltepin
  • dried pepper

Antonyms

  • mild pepper