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[10,000-50,000 SHU] [C. Annuum] Smoky aroma, base of traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex recipes.
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The dried Mexican pepper is a variety full of character, loved for its bold taste, intense heat and smoky aroma typical of traditional Mexican crops.
plant belongs to the species Capsicum annuum, with an upright, bushy habit, 50-100 cm tall, with fairly branched stems and deciduous leaves.
sowing should be done between February and March, in a seedbed at 22-26°C, transplanting from April to June. Fruits ripen in about 70-100 days from transplanting.
growing favors full sun exposure and well-drained soil, as this variety does not tolerate waterlogging.
the elongated, rounded or conical fruits turn from green to red at ripeness and offer a complex aromatic profile, perfect for ethnic dishes, hot sauces and marinades.
a hardy, resistant plant, it adapts well to hot, dry climates too; good air circulation between plants prevents the main fungal issues.
the heat level of Mexican peppers varies significantly depending on the type, generally between 10,000 and 50,000 SHU on the Scoville scale. Dried, it is the base ingredient of many traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex recipes, from sauces to marinades.
like all dried hot peppers, Mexican pepper contains capsaicin, responsible for its heat, as well as a good amount of vitamin C and flavonoids with antibacterial properties.