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Flavor of the Week: Ancho peppers bring mild, smoky heat
Datassential. Mar 09, 2020

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Poblanos are dried, often with the help of smoke, and are called ancho peppers.

It’s entered mainstream channels and applications. It can be found in mainstream fast-casual, casual, and quick-service restaurants.

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These red enchiladas, also called potosinas, are colored with ancho chiles and stuffed with potato and pork chorizo.

Also, Pita Pit, based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, serves a Steak Fajita Pita made with steak, grilled onions and green peppers, tomatoes, sour cream, roasted red peppers, iceberg lettuce, ancho chipotle sauce (chipotles are smoked and dried jalapeños), pepper Jack cheese and mojito lime seasoning.

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