FoodFood InformationPeppers/Chiles
Like the chilhuacle amarillo and chilhuacle negro, this chile is grownexclusively in southern Mexico. Dark red to mahogany in color, and eithershaped like a miniature bell pepper or broad shouldered and tapering toa point. Measures about 2 to 3 inches long and 1 1/2 inches across at theshoulders. Richer and deeper flavors than the chilhuacle amarillo, withtones of dried figs, liquorice and a hint of wild cherry. Has a medium,sweet heat. It is used in the preparation of certain special mole sauces.