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Piquin Pepper: Tiny, Intense, Seriously Spicy
The small chile that packs an outsized punch.
SMALL SIZE, MAXIMUM HEAT
Piquin Pepper, Small Chile With a Big Punch
Piquin peppers are tiny dried chiles known for delivering intense, sharp heat with a slightly citrusy, smoky flavor. Used whole, crushed, or ground as a seasoning, piquin adds a quick, powerful kick to salsas, fruit, and snacks. At Latin Specialties, we source piquin peppers for consistent heat and quality, case after case.
Tiny, intense, and seriously spicy—piquin pepper punches well above its size.
Fiery Piquín,Tiny Chile, Big Heat
Small, round and sharply hot: a pinch transforms any dish.
Dry-style salsa recipe
Salsa de Chile Piquín con Limón
Toasted piquín ground with garlic, salt, oregano and lime: a rustic, extra-spicy salsa to use by the drop.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp dried Latin Specialties Piquin
- 2 cloves roasted Latin Specialties Garlic
- ½ tsp coarse salt
- ½ tsp dried Latin Specialties Oregano
- Juice of 1 or 2 Latin Specialties Limes
- Optional: a splash of white vinegar
Method
- Toast the chiles on a dry comal for a few seconds, until fragrant, taking care not to burn them.
- Grind them in a molcajete with the garlic, salt and oregano into a rough paste.
- Stir in the lime juice and a little water or vinegar to the thickness you like. Use sparingly.
TipStart with a small pinch: piquín is far hotter than jalapeño or serrano.
From Field to Your Table
Sourcing
Trusted growers deliver consistent, quality piquin pepper
Quality & Safety
Strict specs, traceability, and cold-chain stewardship ensure quality.
Ripeness Handling
Harvested and dried for consistent color and heat.
Packaging & Formats
Bagged, cased, or custom program packs.
On-Time Delivery
Reliable logistics to keep your supply flowing.
