By Smriti Dey
January 9, 2024
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From mild to fiery, these exotic peppers add depth of spice to dishes. Lemon drop and candy chile are lesser-known peppers while ghost peppers are more popular and on the fiery side. Get familiar with the following peppers, categorised by their distinct spice levels.
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The lemon drop pepper is a little bit zesty with a mild heat. It adds a tangy flavour to dishes and is perfect for infusing a sour, bitter, and spicy kick into salads, marinades, and seafood.
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True to its name, the candy chile pepper offers mild spice. It is often used to add a touch of heat to desserts, jams, and glazes, creating a delightful balance of sweetness and subtle warmth.
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Poblano peppers are the most cute, heart-shaped peppers you will come across, providing mild to moderate heat. They are perfect for stuffing, grilling, or roasting.
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The jalapeño pepper is a classic with a moderate heat level. Its versatility makes it suitable for various dishes, from salsas and nachos to pickles and appetisers.
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Serrano peppers are rare and less known and have a punch to them with a medium to hot heat level. These slender peppers are commonly used in fresh salsas, sauces, and spicy soups.
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Habanero peppers bring a fruity and intense heat to the table. The heat stays at the end of the throat for a long time. Use them in hot sauces, marinades, and spicy dishes.
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Ghost peppers, or Bhut Jolokia, are notorious for their extreme heat. Handle them with caution, as they are among the hottest peppers globally. A small amount goes a long way, adding intense heat to dishes for some extra heat.
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