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Naga Viper Powder

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[Extreme SHU] [C. Chinense] Bright red wrinkled superhot pods, finely ground.

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Naga Viper Powder

Naga Viper Powder is obtained by grinding the pods of this three-way hybrid between Naga Morich, Bhut Jolokia and Trinidad Scorpion, created in England.

The Naga Viper Powder Plant

source plant, of the species Capsicum chinense, produces short, wrinkled fruits that ripen from light green to bright red.

How to Sow Naga Viper Powder

powder comes from fruits grown from seeds sown between February and March in a seedbed at 24-28°C, dried and ground after the autumn harvest.

How to Grow Naga Viper Powder

slow, low-temperature drying preserves the bright red color and fruity aroma, followed by fine grinding that removes the coarser seed fragments.

Tips for Naga Viper Powder

it should be stored in an airtight container away from light and moisture, and dosed with extreme caution: a few pinches are enough to season an entire dish.

Diseases and Pests of Naga Viper Powder

when handling it, gloves and a mask should be worn, as the concentrated powder can irritate skin, eyes and airways even from a distance.

Uses and Curiosities of Naga Viper Powder

Naga Viper Powder has an extreme heat level (900,000-1,382,118 SHU, briefly the world record in 2011) with fruity, citrusy notes: use it in minimal pinches for hot sauces.

Properties of Naga Viper Powder

it concentrates high doses of capsaicin, responsible for its record heat, along with good amounts of vitamin A and antioxidants.

Nutritional Values of Naga Viper Powder

  • Calories: about 280 kcal
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Fiber: 30 g