Pasilla Bajio Mild Chile Seed - 10 Seeds - Heirloom - Easy to Grow
Brand: Sandia Seed Co.
Pasilla bajio - Capsicum annum. The name "Pasilla" means "little raisin" in Spanish, referring to the dark brown, wrinkled dried pod. Also known as Chilaca when picked fresh. Slightly sweet with a distinctive slender shape and a unique rich, full flavor, it is a key ingredient in mole, the Mexican holiday sauce from Oaxaca. Heat level is Mild at 1000-2000 Scoville. Peppers are 8" - 10" long on productive 30" plants. Plant in full sun in fertile well draining soil. 85 days to maturity.
This mild smokey flavored pepper is used in Mexican 'mole' sauces.
Called Chilaca when fresh and used in enchilada sauce and salsas.
Also known as Chile negro, peppers are 8 - 10" long and mature from dark green to brown.
Popular as a dried pod or in powder form.
Pasillas are a key ingredient in mole sauce along with anchos.