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Ghost Chily

Capsicum chinense 'Bhut Jolokia' Allergen-Free
Ghost Chily

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Solanaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Indian|Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Late Summer|Early Fall
  • Source Capsicum chinense plant

¿Qué es Ghost Chily?

An extremely pungent chili pepper, originating from Northeast India, known for its intense heat and fruity undertones.

¿A qué sabe Ghost Chily?

Ghost Chily tiene un sabor extremely pungent, fruity, smoky (subtle) con aromas fruity, pungent, earthy.

Taste
Extremely pungent, Fruity, Smoky (subtle)
Texture
Crisp (fresh), Leathery (dried)
Aroma
Fruity, Pungent, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 5g
Calories40 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.9 g
Total Carbohydrate8.8 g
Dietary Fiber1.5 g
Total Sugars5.3 g
Calcium14 mg
Iron0.6 mg
Potassium322 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Toasting dried ghost chilies briefly before grinding can unlock deeper, smokier flavors, but be mindful of airborne capsaicin.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Ghost Chily

El mejor sustituto para Ghost Chily es Habanero Pepper, usado en una proporción de 2:1 (Habanero to Ghost). Similar fruity notes and high heat, but significantly less potent.

Sustitutos para Ghost Chily con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Habanero Pepper Mejor 2:1 (Habanero to Ghost) Similar fruity notes and high heat, but significantly less potent.
Scotch Bonnet Pepper 2:1 (Scotch Bonnet to Ghost) Offers comparable heat and tropical fruitiness, common in Caribbean cuisine.
Trinidad Scorpion Pepper 1:1 Even hotter than ghost chili, for those seeking more extreme heat.
Pure Capsaicin Extract Vary by concentration For pure heat without the chili flavor, use sparingly and with extreme caution.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Ghost Chily

  1. Look for firm, unblemished peppers.
  2. Handle with gloves and caution.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Ghost Chily?

  • Curry
  • Stir-fries
  • Hot sauce
  • Stews
  • Chili oil
  • Fruit salsa.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Ghost Chily?

Extremely pungent, Fruity, Smoky (subtle) Fruity, Pungent, Earthy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Ghost Chily?

El mejor sustituto es Habanero Pepper (2:1 (Habanero to Ghost)). Similar fruity notes and high heat, but significantly less potent.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Ghost Chily?

Look for firm, unblemished peppers. Handle with gloves and caution.

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