Flavor Profile
Extremely hot with a sharp burn and faint fruity chile notes.
How To Use
Use sparingly to add intense heat to sauces, stews, marinades, or spice blends. Start with a small pinch, taste, and adjust carefully.
FAQ
How hot is ghost pepper chile powder?
Ghost pepper chile powder is extremely hot, measuring over 1 million Scoville units. It can be up to five times hotter than habanero.
What does ghost pepper powder taste like?
Beyond the heat, ghost pepper powder has a lightly fruity chile flavor. The heat dominates, so the flavor shows best when used very sparingly.
Can I substitute ghost pepper powder for regular chile powder?
Only in very small amounts. Ghost pepper powder is far hotter than standard chile powders, so it should be used as a heat booster, not a one-to-one substitute.
Ghost pepper chile powder is extremely hot, measuring over 1 million Scoville units. It can be up to five times hotter than habanero.
What does ghost pepper powder taste like?
Beyond the heat, ghost pepper powder has a lightly fruity chile flavor. The heat dominates, so the flavor shows best when used very sparingly.
Can I substitute ghost pepper powder for regular chile powder?
Only in very small amounts. Ghost pepper powder is far hotter than standard chile powders, so it should be used as a heat booster, not a one-to-one substitute.