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SCOTCH BONNET
Closely related to the habanero and the Jamaican hot. Pale yellow-green,
orange, or red in color, smaller than the habanero though similar in shape,
measuring about 1 to 1 1/2 inches long and 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Very hot; fruity and smoky flavor. The Scotch bonnet is an essential ingredient
in the Jamaican specialty called jerk sauce and in Caribbean curries. It
is also used as a condiment sauce.
Where: Jamaica and other Caribbean islands, and coastal Beliz
Heat: 9-10
