Cubanelle peppers

Cubanelle peppers are light green to yellow colored with a sweet and mild flavor. They like an elongated bell pepper. Cubanelle peppers are similar to banana peppers and make an acceptable substitute for recipes calling for Anaheim peppers.

Where To Buy Cubanelle Peppers

These peppers can be hard to find. There are many online sources for seeds if you'd like to grow your own.  Otherwise, look for them in your local farmer's market.

Substitute For Cubanelle Peppers

If you don't have cubanelle peppers you can substitute equal amounts of one of these alternatives:

• You can use Anaheim chiles which are green rather than yellow, still mild in flavor and heat (more heat than cubanelle).  These are typically easily found in most well-stocked grocery stores
• OR - Red or yellow bell peppers which will offer no heat.
• OR - If you are stuffing them, you could use poblano peppers which are larger and perhaps harder to find depending on where you live. Poblanos are slightly hotter than Anaheim peppers.