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Jamaican Hot Black Powder

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[Capsicum chinense] Ground Jamaican Hot Black powder, medium-high heat.

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Jamaican Hot Black Powder

Jamaican Hot Black powder is made by grinding this rare dark variant of the Jamaican Scotch Bonnet-type pepper, with an intense fruity flavor.

The Jamaican Hot Black Powder Plant

The source pepper, Capsicum chinense, grows on a compact but resilient plant, with many dark green leaves and few flowers per node, typical of Jamaican Hot varieties.

How to Sow Jamaican Hot Black Powder

Seeds for fruit production are started between February and March, transplanting after the last frosts, with the slower germination typical of Capsicum chinense.

How to Grow Jamaican Hot Black Powder

It prefers warm climates and stable temperatures above 15°C; it also grows well in pots and indoors, as long as it gets enough light.

Tips for Jamaican Hot Black Powder

The flattened, wrinkled fruits ripen from dark green to brownish-black at full ripeness, very fleshy and seed-rich; they must be fully dried before grinding.

Diseases and Pests of Jamaican Hot Black Powder

Waterlogging should be avoided as it favors root rot; sensitive to overly low temperatures.

Uses and Curiosities of Jamaican Hot Black Powder

Jamaican Hot Black powder has a medium-high heat level, around 100,000 SHU, with fruity, slightly smoky notes: perfect for jerk seasoning, hot sauces and exotic marinades.

Properties of Jamaican Hot Black Powder

Rich in capsaicin and anthocyanins responsible for the fruit's distinctive dark color.

Nutritional Values of Jamaican Hot Black Powder

  • Calories: about 280 kcal
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Fiber: 34 g