Starke Ayres CHILLI EXTRA HOT JAMAICAN YELLOW scotch bonnet

The Jamaican yellow chili is a broad category that typically refers to the Jamaican Hot Yellow or Jamaican Yellow Mushroom pepper. These are hot peppers with a fruity, citrusy flavor that are a staple in Caribbean cuisine, especially in Jamaica.

Key characteristics

• Heat level: Very hot, with a Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) rating comparable to the habanero. The heat level is generally between 100,000 and 350,000 SHU.
• Flavor profile: Fruity with tropical undertones and a distinctive, lingering heat. The yellow variant is often considered slightly less spicy but more flavorful than its red counterpart.
• Shape: Typically has a distinct flattened, wrinkled, and squashed shape that can resemble a small mushroom or a Scottish tam o' shanter hat, which is where the name "Scotch bonnet" originates.
• Ripening: Matures from a light green to a vibrant, golden yellow.
• Plant: A compact, bushy plant that grows well in warm, sunny conditions. 

Culinary uses

The Jamaican yellow chili is a versatile pepper used in various applications to add flavor and heat to dishes. 

• Hot sauces and marinades: It is a primary ingredient in West Indian hot sauces and jerk seasonings.
• Caribbean cooking: It is used in curries, soups, stews, and with grilled meats and fish.
• Pickling and jams: The thin-walled peppers are ideal for pickling or for creating flavorful, spicy jams.
• Raw and cooked applications: Can be chopped into salsas and relishes, or roasted and stuffed.