Calderon Produce, Inc. plants, grows, harvests, and packs produce. The company farmed tomatoes exclusively during the launch of the farming enterprise. After some years, it expanded to farming Poblano peppers
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Our farm´s Poblano peppers not only have a great flavor and quality but they are also part of a balanced diet.
Facts about the Poblano Pepper:
- Poblano peppers are found natively in the state of Puebla, Mexico.
- Obviously, the names is derived from the area where they are harvested, though in some supermarkets you will find them labeled as chiles anchos.
- There are two different colors of Poblano, red and green, and the red variety is significantly hotter than the green.
- The Poblano peppers are of mild flavor
- The Poblano is one of the most popular peppers in Mexico.
- It can be served dried, fried with whipped egg, stuffed, or used in sauces such as mole.
- Anchos contain vitamin A, C, and Bi vitamins. They also contain significant amounts of iron, thiamine, niacin, magnesium and riboflavin. Chiles are cholesterol-free, saturated fat-free, low calories, low sodium, and high in fiber
The table below shows the in depth analysis of nutrients for Poblano (green) peppers. - Source : USDA National Nutrient database:
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