Morita is type of chipotle – smoked jalapeño – but smoked shorter time. Rating 2,500-8,000 SHU matches jalapeño heat. The shorter smoking time preserves fruity flavor and creates purple-red color. Less dried than meco chipotle, more pliable. The flavor is smokier than fresh jalapeño, fruitier than heavily-smoked meco chipotle. Essential in certain regional Mexican sauces. Can be used like chipotle. The purplish color is distinctive. More expensive than regular chipotle due to shorter smoking time.

Smoky with fruity notes

Chipotle alternative, sauces, adobo