4702 Pasilla Red

"Adding smoky depth to Mexican cuisine"

Sweet and slightly smoky, Pasilla Red is a popular variety of dried chili pepper known for adding depth and richness to various traditional dishes.

Also known as: Chili Negro, Pasilla Bajio

Botanical name: Capsicum spp.

Pasilla Red illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4702 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

VegetablesPeppers (Capsicums)All Sizes

Origin

Mexico

Storage Temperature

32-34°F (0-1°C)

Shelf Life

7-10 days

Status

Approved

About Pasilla Red

A mild to medium hot pepper that is typically dried to preserve its distinctive flavor and dark, reddish-brown color.

Nutrition Information

The Pasilla Red, also known as a type of pepper, contains several key nutrients. Based on a serving size of 100 grams, here are its nutrition facts.

It has approximately 0.98 grams of protein, no cholesterol, and 3.7 grams of fat. It is high in carbohydrates with about 12.2 grams. The fiber content is about 2.3 grams.

The energy value of the Pasilla Red is roughly 40 kilocalories.

It contains various vitamins like Vitamin A with 308 mcg, Vitamin C with 60 mg, Vitamin E with 0.4 mg, Vitamin K with 7.1 mcg.

The mineral content in Pasilla Red includes calcium with 10 mg, copper with 0.2 mg, iron with 0.9 mg, magnesium with 9 mg, potassium with 291 mg, sodium with 3 mg and zinc with 0.2 mg.

Storage & Handling

Low to medium temperature and high humidity is required to maintain the freshness and quality of pasilla red peppers

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 32-34°F (0-1°C)
Humidity: 80-85%
Packaging: Ventilated, breathable containers or bags, moisture-retentive packaging is recommended
Shelf Life: 7-10 days
Storage Notes: Ethylene-sensitive, keep away from ethylene-producing fruits and vegetables, avoid excessive handling to prevent bruising

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4702Pasilla RedCapsicum spp.All SizesVegetablesPeppers (Capsicums)Approved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
peppers-capsicums
Variety:
Pasilla - Red
Created:
December 1999
Last Updated:
December 2023
PLU Code Reference

4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce

5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce

5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)


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