Pasilla Peppers

Commodity Overview

Pasilla chilies are dried chilaca chili peppers, but the name is often mistakenly used for poblano peppers, which are called ancho chilies when dried. Pasillas are about 6-8 inches long with dark red-brown, wrinkly skin. They have a mild to medium heat, at about 1,000 to 2,500 Scoville units, with hints of chocolate or raisin flavors.

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4703 pasilla pod

Characteristics

Commodity: Peppers, Chili
Category: Cooking Vegetables,Salad Vegetables
Appearance: Medium-sized, dried wrinkled dark red to dark brown pepper
Flesh: Thick, chewy; must be soaked before use
Flavor: Somewhat spicy, with chocolate and raisin flavors
Size: About 6-8 inches long
Color: Dark red to dark brown
Shape: Elongated and slightly curved
Commonly Cooked: Yes
Availability: Year-round
Additional Notes: Photo courtesy John Vena Produce Inc.

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C. F. Produce Inc.

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Plant City, 33565 Florida

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Broker, Shipper, Retailer

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Rio Rico, 85648-9675 Arizona

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Honeydew, Watermelon

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Corn, Peppers, Chili, Squash, Summer, Squash, Winter

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C H Foods

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Business Type:

Wholesaler

Location HQ:

Rio Rico, 85648 Arizona

Cooking Vegetables:

Anaheim Peppers, Banana Wax Peppers, Cubanelle Peppers, Fresno Chili Peppers, Habanero Peppers, Jalapeño Peppers, Pasilla Peppers, Poblano Peppers, Serrano Peppers, Cherry Bell Peppers