Chili peppers make a spicy addition to all kinds of dishes—Italian arrabbiata, Chinese Kung Pao chicken, Mexican mole sauce ... They can be used fresh or dried and many are ground into powders.

Guajillo sauce is a basic Mexican recipe made of dried guajillo ... on a comal or a cast-iron skillet. You can use dried ...

It is a great substitute for Southwestern and Mexican cuisine ... chipotle powder for every 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes. Crushing dried chili peppers gives a similar texture and heat level.