IQF Anaheim Peppers

IQF Anaheim peppers provide a premium mild green chili option for food manufacturers and foodservice operators seeking consistent flavor without excessive heat. With a Scoville range of 800–2,500 SHU, Anaheim chilies deliver balanced flavor and gentle warmth, making them ideal for large-scale product formulations.

Available in organic and conventional formats, IQF Anaheim peppers offer a dependable year-round supply and uniform performance in commercial applications.

Scoville Range & Mild Heat Profile

Anaheim peppers are significantly milder than jalapeños and are valued more for their flavor and bulk than for heat intensity. Their thinner skins and elongated shape make them well-suited for diced applications, sauces, frozen entrees, and Southwestern-style product lines.

For chefs and product developers, IQF Anaheim peppers provide a safer heat range compared to jalapeños or poblanos. The moderate Scoville level ensures broader consumer acceptance while still contributing authentic chili flavor.

Sourcing & Harvest Standards

Anaheim peppers are grown primarily in Mexico, with seasonal production in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Peppers are harvested at peak ripeness to ensure optimal flavor and nutritional value. Unlike bell peppers that can be mechanically harvested, Anaheim chilies are hand-picked to preserve plant integrity and maintain product quality.

Blanching & Color Stability

All IQF Anaheim peppers undergo blanching prior to cutting and freezing.

This step serves two important purposes:

• -Sanitization to minimize potential field contaminants
• -Deactivation of catalase, a natural enzyme that can cause green peppers to darken toward red tones over time

Blanching ensures color stability and product safety throughout frozen storage.

Individually Quick Frozen Quality

After trimming and cutting to specification, Anaheim peppers undergo Individually Quick Frozen processing. Rapid freezing locks in peak freshness and nutritional value while preserving cell structure and maintaining free-flowing pieces.

There are no additives or preservatives. Operators can move directly from frozen to finished product without additional trimming or prep labor.

Unlike fresh Anaheim peppers, which are only available seasonally, IQF Anaheim peppers provide reliable year-round access without price volatility or field waste.

Cut Specifications & Packaging

IQF Anaheim peppers are available in:

• -1/4” to 3/8” diced cuts

Packaging options include:

• -50 lb cases
• -1,400 lb totes

Specifications vary based on customer requirements.