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Ancho Peppers

Capsicum annuum 'Poblano' (dried) Allergen-Free
Ancho Peppers

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Solanaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mexican
  • Seasonality Year-Round (dried)
  • Source Poblano Peppers

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Ancho Peppers ?

Dried poblano peppers, dark and wrinkled, offering a mild heat with sweet, fruity, and smoky notes; a staple in Mexican cuisine.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Ancho Peppers ?

Le/La/L'Ancho Peppers a un goût sweet, fruity, smoky, earthy, mildly pungent avec des arômes smoky, raisin-like, chocolate, tobacco.

Taste
Sweet, Fruity, Smoky, Earthy, Mildly Pungent
Texture
Leathery (dried), Smooth (rehydrated/pureed)
Aroma
Smoky, Raisin-like, Chocolate, Tobacco
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 10g (1 pepper)
Calories324 kcal
Total Fat17g
Saturated Fat3.5g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein12g
Total Carbohydrate58g
Dietary Fiber34g
Total Sugars32g
Calcium180mg
Iron8mg
Potassium2000mg

Le secret du chef

Toasting dried anchos lightly in a dry pan before rehydrating enhances their smoky and fruity flavors, deepening their complexity in sauces.

Substituts & Proportions pour Ancho Peppers

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Ancho Peppers est Pasilla Peppers, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar mild heat, earthy, and fruity notes, often used interchangeably in moles.

Substituts pour Ancho Peppers avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Pasilla Peppers Meilleur 1:1 Similar mild heat, earthy, and fruity notes, often used interchangeably in moles.
Mulato Peppers 1:1 Slightly sweeter and smokier, provides similar depth of flavor but can be darker.
Chipotle Powder + Smoked Paprika (for flavor) Variable A good pantry alternative for smoky and mild heat, won't provide the same body.
Dried New Mexico Chiles 1:1 Milder and fruitier, can work if a less intense or slightly different flavor profile is acceptable.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Ancho Peppers

Look for pliable, unbroken peppers with a deep, uniform color and a strong aroma.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Ancho Peppers ?

  • Mole
  • Enchiladas
  • Stews
  • Chili
  • Chocolate
  • Beef
  • Pork.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Ancho Peppers ?

Sweet, Fruity, Smoky, Earthy, Mildly Pungent Smoky, Raisin-like, Chocolate, Tobacco

Quel est un bon substitut pour Ancho Peppers ?

Le meilleur substitut est Pasilla Peppers (1:1). Similar mild heat, earthy, and fruity notes, often used interchangeably in moles.

Comment choisir et conserver le Ancho Peppers ?

Look for pliable, unbroken peppers with a deep, uniform color and a strong aroma.

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