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Scotch bonnet peppers are named for their resemblance to the traditional Scottish 'tam o' shanter' hat.
Overview
Caribbean · summer · vegetables
A fiery Caribbean chili with fruity, tropical flavor, closely related to habanero and essential in jerk cooking.
Caribbean
Origin
summer
Season
Easy
Difficulty
vegetables
Category
Flavor Profile
Extremely hotfruitytropical
Storage Tips
Refrigerate fresh up to 2 weeks. Freeze whole for up to 6 months.
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How to Cook with Scotch Bonnet
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Handle with gloves — extremely hot. Use in jerk seasoning, soups, and hot sauces. Remove seeds to reduce heat slightly.
Best Pairings
allspicethymegingermangococonut milk
Substitutes
Habanero, ghost pepper (hotter), Fresno chili (milder)
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Scotch Bonnet
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.5
carbs
8.8
fiber
1.5
protein
1.5
calories
40
Quick Facts
Categoryvegetables
OriginCaribbean
Seasonsummer
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Very high in capsaicin and vitamin C. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Scotch Bonnet Photos
3 photos showcasing Scotch Bonnet in its many forms
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Scotch Bonnet
vegetables
OriginCaribbean
Seasonsummer
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Extremely hotfruitytropical
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Pairs Well With
allspicethymegingermangococonut milk
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