What is a good substitute for cayenne?

Question

I just ran out of cayenne in my pantry.  I do, however, have chipotle, New Mexican, ancho, Korean, chili flakes, whole chili peppers.  Would any of these work in jambalaya?  Or, should I just add heat via Crystal hot sauce?

AniQuadros · Answer

I would go for chipotle for sure.

Darlene C. · Answer

Thanks for all suggestions.  After doing quick comparison sniff test of the empty cayenne container, and all the other peppers, I did end up using the Cyrstal and New Mexican combo.  Jambalaya was delicious.

pierino · Answer

From your pantry, and for jambalaya, I would say that the New Mexican would be the best match with Crystal.

Kate · Answer

Chili flakes would work, too (different texture, though, but that shouldn't assert itself too much in a jambalaya)

Meaghan F. · Answer

Crystal is a cayenne-based sauce; that, plus maybe a little but of the chipotle or adobo for some smokiness, would be great in jambalaya.

What is a good substitute for cayenne?

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