About This Pepper
Mulato Peppers are type of dried poblano with distinctive dark brown color and unique flavor profile. Rating 2,500-3,000 SHU, they offer mild heat with complex notes of chocolate, licorice, and dried cherries. Mulatos are one of three essential chilis in traditional mole poblano (along with ancho and pasilla). The darker color and more complex flavor distinguish them from ancho peppers. They add depth and sweetness to sauces. The name ‘mulato’ refers to dark brown color.
Flavor Profile
Chocolate, licorice, cherry notes
Culinary Uses
Mole poblano, complex sauces
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Growing Information
Difficulty
Moderate
Days to Harvest
85-95 days
Plant Height
24-30 inches