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Meaning of chile poblano in English:

chile poblano

Pronunciation /ˌtʃɪlɪ pɒˈblɑːnəʊ/

noun

(also chili poblano)
US

  • An aromatic variety of chilli pepper, used in traditional Mexican dishes and in cooking inspired by these.

Origin

1970s. From Mexican Spanish chile poblano chilli from Puebla.