Native to Oaxaca, Mexico, the rare Chilhuacle Negro is a cornerstone of authentic Mexican cuisine. Distinguished by its dark, chocolate-brown hue and a signature deep, smoky profile, this chile is the indispensable heart of Mole Negro. Beyond the traditional mole, its complex flavor adds a rich, sophisticated depth to soups, stews, and marinades alike.
Scoville scale: 1,500 to 2,000
Each bag contains 2.5 ounces, roughly 4-7 chiles
Native to Oaxaca, Mexico, the rare Chilhuacle Negro is a cornerstone of authentic Mexican cuisine. Distinguished by its dark, chocolate-brown hue and a signature deep, smoky profile, this chile is the indispensable heart of Mole Negro. Beyond the traditional mole, its complex flavor adds a rich, sophisticated depth to soups, stews, and marinades alike.
Scoville scale: 1,500 to 2,000
Each bag contains 2.5 ounces, roughly 4-7 chiles
We order in bulk so we guarantee that all our chiles are fresh, not brittle or too dry to work with.
