Chile de Árbol vs Cayenne
| Chile de Árbol | Cayenne | |
|---|---|---|
| Scoville (SHU) | 15,000–30,000 SHU | 30,000–50,000 SHU |
| Heat tier | Hot | Hot |
| Fresh or dried | dried | both |
| Flavor | Sharp, clean, grassy heat with a slightly nutty edge. | Sharp, clean heat with a faint fruitiness. |
| Best for | salsa roja, chili oil | seasoning, hot sauce |
| Top substitute | cayenne | chile-de-arbol |
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