Ancho vs Poblano
| Ancho | Poblano | |
|---|---|---|
| Scoville (SHU) | 1,000–2,000 SHU | 1,000–2,000 SHU |
| Heat tier | Mild | Mild |
| Fresh or dried | dried | fresh |
| Flavor | Mild, smoky and faintly sweet with notes of raisin and plum. | Mild, earthy and grassy, turning rich and savory when roasted. |
| Best for | chili base, mole | chiles rellenos, roasting |
| Top substitute | guajillo | anaheim |