Habanero Chile Powder

Habaneros are yellow-orange in color and lantern-shaped. This chile measures about 2 inches long and 1� to 1� inches in diameter.

Warning! The habanero is the hottest chile in the world. It has been estimated that the habanero is 30 to 50 times hotter than the jalapeno - it can have an irritating effect in the mouth and on the fingers.

It has a distinctive flavor with tropical fruit tones that mix well with dishes containing tropical fruits or tomatoes. The habanero is a great complement to salsas, chutneys, marinades, stir-frys, soups and even pizza!

In Spanish, the word habanero means Havana-like, or possibly from Havana, referring to Havana, Cuba as a possible origin for the pod. It is the only chile growing in the Yucatan Peninsula that has no Mayan name. This has led to speculation that the chile was imported there from Cuba; however, this chile pepper is now rare in Cuba. About 1,500 tons of habaneros are now harvested each year in the Yucatan. They are also grown to a lesser extent in Belize, Costa Rica, Texas and California.

These are the hottest chiles in the world, measuring between 200,000 and 300,000 Scoville Units. It registers a 10 on the Heat Scale.

Why folks love Habanero Chile Powder:

• A must-have for every gourmet kitchen.
• A necessity for every chile-head!

Product Basics:

• 2.2 oz. (approx. 1/2 cup) of habanero chile powder.
• Packaged in a glass spice jar.