Ancho chile powder is the ground form of the ancho chile. Anchos are a super versatile ingredient made from the fresh poblano chile.
What is a substitute for ancho chile powder?
If you can’t find this in the store, using regular old chili powder with a tiny pinch of crushed red pepper is a great way to fill the hole. Because it is a mild heat, you do not need to add a lot of the red pepper. Give it a spin in the spice grinder to make it smooth.
