3 Pound Fresh Red Scotch Bonnet Peppers

Red Scotch Bonnet chillies are intensely hot, Caribbean-native peppers (SHU) famous for their tomato-like, "squashed bonnet" shape, fruity-smoky flavor, and high heat. Perfect when used in Jamaican Jerk Seasoning, Hot sauces, Cooking, Marinades, Spicy Recipes and Salsas. These red variants are often larger, hotter, or more productive than yellow types. Pairs well with tropical fruits like mango, pineapple, or guava. Can be added whole or chopped for a slow-release heat in Soups and Stews. They are compared to habaneros, since both are cultivars of the same species, with the same level of heat and pungency. However, scotch bonnets have a sweeter flavor profile and stouter shape. Heat Level Scoville Scale: 100,000 to 350,000 SHU. Intensity: Intense, lingering heat often described as a "ball of fire", featuring a sweet, fruity flavor profile. Comparison: Similar heat to habanero peppers, but far hotter than jalapenos (2,500–8,000 SHU). Key Characteristics Heat Level: Very High (Scoville Heat Units). They are generally on par with or hotter than habaneros. Flavor Profile: Distinctly fruity and sweet with subtle notes of apple, cherry, or tomato. Appearance: Wrinkled, fleshy, and shaped like a traditional Scottish tam o' shanter bonnet, often about Color Transition: Ripen from green to vibrant red. Culinary Uses Jerk Seasoning: A cornerstone ingredient in Caribbean jerk marinade. Hot Sauces & Condiments: Pairs well with tropical fruits like mango, pineapple, or guava. Soups & Stews: Added whole or chopped for a slow-release heat.

• Handling: Due to high capsaicin content, it is highly recommended to wear gloves when handling them to avoid skin and eye irritation.