Ancho

/ˈɑːntʃoʊ/ noun

A dried poblano pepper with deep reddish-brown color and mild, sweet, fruity flavor that forms the backbone of many Mexican moles and sauces.

From Spanish 'ancho' meaning 'wide,' referring to the pepper's broad, heart-shaped form when dried. The poblano pepper is named after Puebla, Mexico, where it originates.

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