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jeudi 13 juin 2013

Information About Bhut Jolokia Hot Sauce

By Teri Farley


Bhut Jolokia hot sauce is reported to be the hottest in the world. Guinness World Records certified it to be the hottest in the year 2007. It scored a million on the Scoville scale which is used to measure hotness. Though it is edible, it is advisable to take care when eating or handling it. It is not poisonous but it is very spicy. It is said to grow naturally in the North Eastern part of India.

When its fully grown it is about 3 inches in length and about 1 inch in width. It is red in color when ripe and at times it can be orange. If the oil from this pepper gets into your eyes, you will experience a lot of pain. Its also harmful when it gets to an open wound. You are advised to wear gloves when handling it.

A single seed is enough to cause pain when you place it in the mouth. At times this discomfort can last for a long time. It is therefore important to sample a small amount before deciding whether you will use it. A small portion will allow you to gauge the amount that your body can tolerate. One effect of consuming this pepper is a burning sensation in the tummy. One can also sweat as a result of ingesting this fruit. Effects of laxatives may also be experienced by the user. Reactions vary with different people.

You can find the pepper in various forms. You can choose to purchase it in seed form. Its advisable to do your shopping online. This is because the seeds are likely to be cheaper on the internet. With this option you have to sow the seeds and wait for the plant to grow. You should then rip the fruits once they are mature. Conditions that promote the growth of these plants include sunlight, warmth and damp soil.

You can also get fresh pepper online. Bear in mind that they will not be fresh for a long duration. With this notion in mind, you will find a location that is near where you stay before having them shipped. This option is expensive compared to purchasing the seeds. It is about 5 times more costly.

You can also find Jolokia in form of sauces and pastes. These forms are hotter than the chili and you should use them carefully. You can shop for them in major supermarkets and retail stores around the world.

If you plant the seeds you can expect about 30 fruits from every plant. Its hard to get them ripe in an ordinary season. If you want them to finish off well you need to consider indoor growing. There are several uses of this sauce.

Traditionally Bhut Jolokia hot sauce is used in foods. There are many recipes that use this pepper. The chili can be roasted, smoked, or dried and seeded. The flavor is strong and only a small portion is needed for an entire dish. If you use more than what is recommended you are bound to experience pain. A whole pepper will bring effects that can last for up to an hour. It is advisable to ventilate a room well and wear gloves when handling this pepper.




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