Other Names    Bolita, Bola, Trompo, Coban, Trompillo

Flavor    Hot, 4 

Shape    Cherry type, oblate, 1 inch long by 1 to1.5 inches wide

Color    Dark reddish brown, with a translucent, glossy skin

Fresh    Not used

Dried    Found in Mexican food stores, Imported

Processed    Not imported

Available Cultivars    Real Mirasol

A cherry pepper look-alike when fresh, it dries to a dark reddish-brown. The thick fleshed cherry does not dry satisfactorily. When ground seeds and all, the nutty flavor of the roasted cascabel makes a flavorful sauce.