Pasilla means "little raisin" in Spanish, which refers only to the color and texture of the pod, not the flavor. Pasilla negro is one of the most popular chilies in Mexico (along with ancho and guajillo) and are one of the main ingredients in Mexican mole. In its fresh form it is sometimes referred to as chilaca. This powdered form is convenient to store and is delicious in mole, enchiladas, tamales and black beans. Scoville units: 1,000 - 4,000.
Spices and herbs should be stored away from light, heat and moisture. However, storing spices in the refrigerator or freezer may actually shorten their shelf life and they risk picking up other food odors. In general, whole spices have a longer shelf life than ground spices. Depending on the spice and how well it is stored, a good rule of thumb is six months to a year for powdered spices and longer for whole spices and seeds. The best way to determine if your spices or herbs are still fresh is to close your eyes and sniff – if you cannot immediately tell what the herb or spice is, toss it!
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