Pasilla [pah-SEE-yah]. This dried chile is one of Mexico's most highly regarded chiles, along with the Ancho and Mulato chiles.
The Pasilla is also called Chile Negro (black chile).
When it is fresh it is known as the Chilaca. It turns from dark green to purpled dark brown as it ripens.

Pasilla means small raisins, alluding to its grape-like flavor.

Heat level: 4
2,500 - 5,000 Scoville Units

Excellent for any recipe, Used in mole sauces as well as seafood sauces and casseroles.

The pulpa (large flakes) are available as well.

Ingredients: Dried Negro Pasilla Chiles.