Matt Bray 
The delicious Tunisian chili paste harissa has become a go-to for spicy recipes, but it’s not always something many have in their pantries or even their local stores. So what do you do when your recipe calls for harissa and you have none to work …
Love that creamy, spicy avocado sauce that you get from your favorite Mexican restaurant? Then you’re going to want Herdez to have a permanent spot in your fridge. It has that comfort food factor mixed with a nice medium fiery punch. Let’s dive into the …
Cajun Chef may not have the notoriety of some of the bigger name Cajun brands, but it sure does check the box for authenticity. Its Louisiana hot sauce is made in the heart of Cajun country from a time-tested family recipe (handed down 80+ years) …
The Big Bomb pepper is an exciting addition to any garden or container, known for its impressive yields, sturdiness, and robust flavor. This medium-hot hybrid pepper stands about two feet tall and produces small, round pods that transition from bright green to vibrant red as …
The Black Scorpion Tongue is an intriguing pepper variety originating from the United States. It’s an ornamental pepper, known for its striking appearance and vibrant color transitions from dark purple to red. It has a heat profile ranging from medium to hot (50,000 to 100,000 …
The Hot Pops Yellow ornamental pepper is known for its vibrant yellow hue (among a multitude of colors) and moderate heat (1,000 to 5,000 Scoville heat units), particularly palatable for an ornamental. Though, like most ornamentals, the flavor leans to neutral (peppery) and slightly bitter, …
Aji Fantasy peppers have one of the more unique shapes that you’ll find on the Scoville scale, with a squashed, lantern-like look reminiscent of the Bishop’s Crown pepper. Originating from Finland, these peppers boast a citrusy, fruity sweetness (lightly tropical) and a low-medium heat (5,000 …
In the realm of fiery peppers, the scotch bonnet and ghost pepper stand out not just for their heat, but for their unique flavors and histories. These are two very hot peppers, but how do they really differ in heat? Flavor? Availability? Let’s compare. Scotch …
Feher Ozon paprika peppers, also known simply as Feher Ozon peppers, are a unique variety originating from Hungary. Renowned for their mild heat and vibrant flavor, these peppers are a favorite among culinary enthusiasts and gardeners alike. With a Scoville heat range of 0 to …
The NuMex Pumpkin Spice pepper was developed by New Mexico State University (hence the ‘NuMex’ in the name) in 1995, along with two other “spice”-branded chilies (the NuMex Lemon Spice and NuMex Orange Spice.) These striking 2.5-inch long fruits transition from a fresh green to …