The Trinidad Scorpion chili pepper is one of the hottest chili varieties in the world. It has high levels of heat measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHU), with the most intense types reaching over 2,000,000 SHU. It originates from the island of Trinidad in the Caribbean and is also grown in Mexico. It has a strong hot flavor with a fruity character, although its heat can cause an intense burning sensation. It is widely used in many cuisines around the world to add intensity and spicy flavor to sauces, marinades, and other dishes.
Heat Measurements:
- Bell Pepper: 0 SHU
- Banana Pepper: 0-500 SHU
- Poblano Pepper: 1,000-1,500 SHU
- Jalapeño Pepper: 2,500-8,000 SHU
- Serrano Pepper: 10,000-23,000 SHU
- Cayenne Pepper: 30,000-50,000 SHU
- Thai Pepper: 50,000-100,000 SHU
- Habanero Pepper: 100,000-350,000 SHU
- Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia): 800,000-1,041,427 SHU
- Trinidad Scorpion Pepper: 1,200,000-2,009,231 SHU
- Carolina Reaper Pepper: 1,400,000-2,200,000 SHU
Benefits / Properties:
- High vitamin C content, which boosts the immune system.
- Source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins A, E, K, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus.
- Contains capsaicin, which provides spicy character, helps relieve pain, and improves digestion.
- Widely used in cooking for intensity and spicy flavor.
- This variety has gained fame for its extreme heat and its impact on global cuisine.
Packaging: Available packaging varies from eco-friendly kraft bags to plastic containers and glass jars, ensuring the product's high quality.
Specifications
- Genre
- Spices
- Spices Type
- Chili
Extra Specifications
- Mill
- No
Dietary Preferences
- Organic
- No
Quantity
- Weight
- 50 gr
Important information
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