Mulato pepper

Mulato pepper is a type of chili pepper that is an integral part of Mexican cuisine. It is a dried Poblano pepper, similar to the Ancho pepper, but with a different flavor profile.

Description

The Mulato pepper is dark brown in color, almost black, and is flat and wrinkled. It measures 3 to 4 inches in width and 5 to 6 inches in length. The pepper is harvested when it is fully mature and then dried. The drying process gives it a smoky, chocolatey flavor with hints of cherry and tobacco.

Culinary Uses

Mulato peppers are used in a variety of dishes in Mexican cuisine. They are a key ingredient in traditional mole sauce, where they are combined with other types of chili peppers and spices. The peppers are also used in soups, stews, and marinades. They can be rehydrated by soaking in hot water, then chopped or pureed and added to dishes.

Heat Level

The heat level of the Mulato pepper is relatively mild, with a Scoville Heat Unit rating of 2,500 to 3,000. This makes it less spicy than many other chili peppers, but still provides a noticeable kick.

Cultivation

Mulato peppers are grown primarily in the Puebla region of Mexico. They require a warm climate and well-drained soil. The plants are typically started indoors and then transplanted outside after the last frost.

See Also

• List of Capsicum cultivars
• Mexican cuisine
• Scoville scale