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Caribbean chilli

Also Known As : Scotch bonnet, Caribbean red pepper
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It is more fruitier than spicy in taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Caribbean chilli can be stored in zip top bag in refrigerator for two to three weeks. Caribbean chilli can be paired with tropical fruits in Caribbean cooking. It can be used to flavour sauces and condiments as well. It can be used in Caribbean-styled recipes like beef patties and, rice and beans. It can be used to make Caribbean or West Indian pepper sauces. used as a condiment or to season fish, poultry and meat.

Common names and forms

  1. Carribbean chilli

Description

Caribbean chilli is a variety of hot chilli and a cultivar of Capsicum chinense. It is almost 1.5 inches in size and appears in the shape of a bonnet. It has four globular ridges at the bottom and turns from green to yellow to scarlet red when ripe. It also has some varieties ripening to shades of orange and brown. It has a smooth, waxy touch and is found everywhere in West Africa. It is of Jamaican origin and most common in Caribbean foods. It is often used in hot sauces and condiments as well. 

Health benefits

  • Caribbean chilli is a good source of vitamins, minerals, fiber, phytochemicals, carotenoids, and flavonoids for the body.(1)
  • It also contains capsaicin that helps to treat pains like headaches, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid pain.(1)
  • It can also help to prevent and block the growth of cancer cells. -Capsaicin can help to relieve chest congestion and prevent sinusitis.(1)
  • It can help to reduce the onset of cardiovascular diseases.(1)

Selection Guide

Caribbean chilli are available in both fresh and dried form. Choose according to the requirement. When buying in fresh form, look for smooth and shiny skinned chillies without any spots. When buying in dried form, make sure it is well packaged in cellophane packages.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.thespruceeats.com/scotch-bonnet-chili-2137836

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