Small and bell shaped, hot peppers are known for their intense bite. They are encased in glossy skin, which can be yellow, green or red. Several, edible seeds are contained beneath their spicy surface.
Brooks Availability: All year
Brooks Origin: Mexico, Belize
Taste: Hot peppers are extremely hot. Habañeros and Scotch Bonnets measure between 200,000 and 400,000 Scoville heat units. (The Jalapeno measures only 3,500-4,500 units).