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== Poblano ==
'''Poblano''' (/poʊˈblɑːnoʊ/, Spanish: [poˈβlano]) is a type of chili pepper that is popular in Mexican cuisine. Its name is derived from the state of Puebla, Mexico, where it is traditionally grown.

=== Etymology ===
The term "Poblano" is derived from the Spanish word for "people from Puebla," a state in Mexico. The pepper is named after the region because it is traditionally grown there.

=== Description ===
The Poblano pepper is a mild chili pepper originating from the state of Puebla, Mexico. While Poblanos tend to have a mild flavor, occasionally and unpredictably, they can have significant heat. Different peppers from the same plant have been reported to vary substantially in heat intensity. The ripened red poblano is significantly hotter and more flavorful than the less ripe, green poblano.

=== Culinary Uses ===
A popular use of the poblano pepper is in the classic Mexican dish [[Chiles Rellenos]]. In this dish, the peppers are roasted, peeled, and stuffed with cheese or meat, then coated in egg batter and fried. Poblanos are also used in a variety of other dishes, such as [[mole sauce]], [[chili con carne]], and [[chiles en nogada]].

=== Related Terms ===
* [[Chili Pepper]]: The plant genus that includes poblano peppers.
* [[Capsicum annuum]]: The species to which the poblano pepper belongs.
* [[Scoville Scale]]: A measurement of the pungency (spicy heat) of chili peppers.

[[Category:Chili Peppers]]
[[Category:Mexican Cuisine]]

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