Salsa is a potent combination of heat, texture and flavor that goes beyond simple dips. But a lot of individuals are perplexed by the labels when it comes to deciding between mild, medium and spicy. We're here to answer sometimes asked questions, such as "Is mild salsa hotter than medium? and What exactly is spicy mild?

Because we at MAHI are enthusiastic about flavor, we try to make sure you know how much heat is in each jar or bottle. This guide will assist you in selecting the ideal salsa for your palate, regardless of your level of pepper expertise.

1. Knowing the Differences Between Mild and Medium Salsa Heat Levels

A salsa's degree of spiciness or heat is determined by the kind and number of chili peppers used and is referred to as mild, medium, or hot. They typically break down as follows:

Mild salsa is typically created with peppers that don't have a lot of heat, such as bell peppers or tiny amounts of jalapeño. It emphasizes the sweetness, rich tomato flavor and herbs like onion and cilantro. For children, those who are sensitive to spice, or anyone who prefers flavor without the fire, this is perfect.

• Medium Salsa: Medium salsa contains more moderately hot peppers, including serranos or jalapeños. The other components are still able to show through despite the obvious heat it provides.
• Therefore, to address the first query: No, medium salsa is not hotter than mild salsa. Compared to mild salsa, medium salsa is hotter and has more chili flavor.

2. Spicily Mild Salsa: What Is It?

Although it is not a recognized industry phrase, "spicy mild" is frequently used to refer to mild salsas that have a little more zing—still mild, but with a hint of heat. Consider it as:

• Not as strong as medium
• spicier than salsas that are extremely bland or lack heat.
• For those who wish to experiment with heat without going overboard, this is a safe option.

At MAHI, we occasionally use the term spicy mild to describe salsas produced with low-heat peppers, such as roasted jalapeños or chili mixes, where the natural sweetness balances the spice.

3. How Heat Is Measured and Balanced by MAHI

We use real chili peppers to make all of our salsas and sauces at MAHI and we are open and honest about their Scoville intensity Units (SHU), a scientific indicator of chili intensity. This enables us to precisely blend fire and flavor. For instance:

• Mild salsa: Usually made with less than 2,500 SHU and with just enough chile to add depth
• Depending on the type of pepper, medium salsa might have between 2,500 and 10,000 SHU.
• Add more than 10,000 SHU to your salsas by using ghost pepper, cayenne, or habanero.
• You will know exactly what to anticipate from each spoonful in this way.