Mulato chiles are dried Poblano chiles that have a brown color and a bold flavor with hints of tobacco, cherry, raisins and licorice. A mulato chilli's flavour is a little similar to that of the chili Ancho as they come from the same chili (Poblano). Large in size, they are the same size as the dried version of the Poblano varieties of chillies.

The additional ripening time gives the Mulato a bigger, bolder flavor in comparison with chili Ancho.  Noticeably absent is the fruity undertone you’ll get with Anchos. 

It is used in Mexican mole sauce and to make chili sauce. It can also be ground into chili powder.