Guajillo Pepper: The Complete Guide (3K–5K SHU)
3K–5K SHU · tangy and sweet · Mexico
Quick Facts
Heat & Flavor Profile
The Guajillo Pepper registers 3K–5K Scoville Heat Units (SHU), placing it in the Medium tier (1K–10K SHU).
Flavor notes: tangy and sweet.
Substitutes for Guajillo Pepper
Closest match: Jalapeño. These peppers share a similar heat range or flavor profile and work well as substitutes in most recipes.
Data from USDA FoodData Central, the Chile Pepper Institute at NMSU, and USDA Agricultural Research Service. Species classification: C. annuum — based on published botanical taxonomy.