Poblano Pepper: The Complete Guide (1K–2K SHU)
1K–2K SHU · earthy and rich · Mexico
Quick Facts
Heat & Flavor Profile
The Poblano Pepper registers 1K–2K Scoville Heat Units (SHU), placing it in the Medium tier (1K–10K SHU).
Flavor notes: earthy and rich.
Substitutes for Poblano Pepper
Closest match: Guajillo Pepper. These peppers share a similar heat range or flavor profile and work well as substitutes in most recipes.
Poblano Pepper vs. Other Peppers
See how the Poblano Pepper stacks up in these detailed side-by-side comparisons.
Data from USDA FoodData Central, the Chile Pepper Institute at NMSU, and USDA Agricultural Research Service. Species classification: C. annuum — based on published botanical taxonomy.