Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles
Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles
Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles, Capsicum annuum, are hot chiles that measure 15,000-25,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). They are also called pasilla de Oaxaca, pasilla de Oaxaca chile, pasilla mixe, or chile pasilla Oaxaqueño.
Pasilla de Oaxaca chiles are a major agricultural crop in that region Mexican state of Oaxaca. These chiles are farmed primarily on small-holdings properties, and are called ayuuk (pronounced “ah-YOOK”) by the locals. These locations and the processing areas where they are cleaned, dried, and smoked are fiercely protected by the locals to prevent the seeds and drying techniques from theft.
Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles are popular with Mexican, American, and Japanese restaurants; cafes; breweries; catering companies; manufactures of bitters and cocktail mixes; and independent spice shops.
There are typically 3 Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles per ounce.
One whole Pasilla de Oaxaca Chile = approximately two teaspoons of powder when ground.
Flavor Profile
Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles deliver a deep, smoky flavor that can almost mimic the savory notes of pork. They deliver hints of tobacco and fruit, and a late heat that lingers.
Heat Level
These chiles are hot chiles, measuring 15,000 to 20,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units).
How to Use
With their strangely meaty aroma, Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles are useful for imparting umami, pork-like flavor into foods, including this Chile Marinated Pork Oaxaca Style. Use these chiles to season black beans for a rich-tasting Oaxacan Tlayuda without the meat, or in a smoky Pasilla De Oaxaca Black Bean Dip. They are also wonderful in Smoky Oaxacan Shrimp and Grits and Easy Borracho Beans.
Add Pasilla de Oaxaca Chiles to sauces like mole, soups, and salsas, or homemade taco seasonings. These chiles pair well with garlic, onions, allspice, epazote, cilantro, tomatillo, black beans, chicken, cocoa, coriander, and sesame seeds.
Also Called | Pasilla de Oaxaca, pasilla de Oaxaca chile, or chile pasilla Oaxaqueño |
Species | Capsicum annuum |
Ingredients | Whole pasilla de Oaxaca chiles |
Flavor Profile | Savory, porky, smoky flavor with hints of tobacco and fruit with a late heat that lingers |
Scoville Heat Units | 15,000-20,000 SHU |
Recommended Uses | Chiles, black bean dips, moles, soups, salsas, seasonings |
Cuisine | Mexican |
How To Store | Airtight container in a cool, dark place |
Shelf Life | 1-2 years |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 chile, 5g
Amount Per Serving
Calories16
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate3.3g1%
Dietary Fiber1.5g6%
Total Sugars0.2g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.5g1%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium0mg0%
Iron0mg0%
Potassium0mg0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.