Fiery Origins
Chili peppers are the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum, members of the nightshade family, Solanaceae. 🔥 Originating in the Americas, they have become a staple ingredient around the world, renowned for their heat and flavor.
Varieties of Chili
From the mild poblano to the smoking hot Carolina Reaper 🌶️, chili peppers come in a wide range of heat levels and flavors. Explore some popular varieties:
Scoville Heat Scale
Named after its creator, Wilbur Scoville, the Scoville Heat Scale measures the pungency (spicy heat) of chili peppers.