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MULATO
Like the ancho, the mulato is a type of dried poblano. A deep, dark chocolatebrown, but medium brown when held up to the light. Rounded shoulders, usuallytapering to a point, and measuring about 4 to 5 inches long and 2 to 3 inchesacross. Medium thick fleshed; has a smokier flavor than the ancho, withoutthe depth or lingering taste. While the predominant tone is liquorice, thereare hints of dried cherry, tobacco, and horehound. Like the ancho, the mulatois sold in three grades of quality in Mexico; primero is the largest andmost expensive, mediano is the medium grade, and mulato refers to the regular,most commonly available form. An essential ingredient in making the classicmole sauce. Can also be used in preparation of soups, stews, and other sauces.