Dehydrated Pasilla Pods

Dehydrated pasilla pods are dried chilies from the poblano pepper plant. The peppers are picked when ripe and red, then dried, which deepens their flavor and darkens their color. They have a mild to medium heat with smoky, earthy, and slightly sweet notes.

Manufacturers use dehydrated pasilla pods to add a rich, complex flavor to foods. They are a staple in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, found in sauces, marinades, rubs, and spice blends. They can be rehydrated and used in stews, soups, and chili, or ground into powders for seasoning.

Chilies are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. They are a source of vitamins and antioxidants. While generally considered safe, some individuals may experience digestive discomfort from spicy foods. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, the compounds that give chilies their heat, but no specific health concerns are associated with typical consumption of whole dried chilies.