Dried chilaca peppers are known as pasilla ("little raisin," in Mexico) or pasilla negra ("little black raisin) chilies. Chilacas are narrower than poblanos; but because both peppers are long and green, there’s often confusion between the two. These pods are fruity, rich and mildly hot — like ancho, about 3-5 on the 1-10 scale — with a dark-brown color. They are often referred to as part of a “holy trinity” of Mexican chilies that includes ancho and mulato. The moderate heat and complex flavor of these chilies can zest up corn chowder, meat loaf and stews. Pasilla flakes are also excellent in salsas and cream sauces, particularly sauces for fish.
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Ingredients
Pasilla Negra Chili.
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Tips for Success
They are commonly used to create sauces, moles, stews, and soups, often in combination with other dried chilies like ancho and chipotle. Pasilla chilies are typically rehydrated and pureed or ground into a powder to be incorporated into dishes.
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