What is ancho?
Ancho · Spanish
A dried poblano pepper, wrinkly and dark red, sweet and mild. The friendliest of the dried chilies.
What it tastes like
Sweet, raisiny and a little chocolatey, with mild heat. Rich more than spicy.
Where you’ll see it
Mole, adobo, chili, enchilada sauces, spice rubs for steak and pork, and sometimes chocolate desserts.