That’s a question I had to investigate for myself. So, the first thing that came into mind was obviously to go eat some raw poblano peppers! But after actually trying them out, I discovered the answer is an emphatic no.

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Raw Poblano Peppers are Very Bitter

I typically enjoy spicy foods, but biting into a raw poblano pepper is a completely different story. In fact, it’s not even “bite” worthy. It took all of my willpower to chew up one of these peppers and swallow it. And when I did finally get past the bitterness and heat enough to truly taste the flavor, the first thing I noticed was a strong oniony flavor.

The heat of the poblano pepper also lingers in your mouth for quite some time, so you better be ready if you plan on eating these peppers raw. I recommend doing so only if you are preparing food to serve people who really enjoy spicy foods and know what they’re getting into.

How to Cook Poblano Peppers

Poblano peppers are typically milder when cooked, which is why they make for a great candidate to stuff with other ingredients. The heat does increase somewhat during cooking, but probably not enough to ruin your meal (if that’s what you’re into).

One easy way to cook poblano peppers is by broiling them in the oven. You can roast them on a grill outside as well, but you have to watch them closely so they don’t burn.

Poblano peppers are typically used in Mexican cuisine and are often stuffed or added to chili recipes. Like most mild-to-medium spicy peppers, poblanos go great with eggs, cheese, and potatoes!

In conclusion, you can absolutely eat raw poblano peppers, but you shouldn’t. It’s much better to roast or cook them first. Though, it’s up to you, if you feel like it’s a good thing to eat them raw, then try it today.

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