The Kraken Scorpion is a super-hot chili pepper, a hybrid of the Bhut Jolokia (Ghost pepper) and the Trinidad Scorpion Chocolate. It's known for its extreme heat, often exceeding 1,000,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), and its unique flavor profile. The pepper is typically elongated, wrinkled, and can have a small tail.
Heat Level and Flavor:
- Extreme heat: The Kraken Scorpion is a super-hot pepper, with a heat level that can reach 1,200,000 SHU or more, according to PepperScale, and Red Dragon Seeds.
- Slow, delayed burn: Like the Bhut Jolokia, the heat builds gradually and lingers.
- Flavor: The pepper offers a combination of sweet, smoky, and earthy notes, with some reports mentioning hints of chocolate or purple peppers.
Appearance and Size:
- Shape: Elongated, sometimes with a small tail.
- Skin: Wrinkled and pimply.
- Color: Typically brown or chocolate in color, but some variations can be red or orange.
- Size: Pods are generally 3-4 inches long and 1-2 inches wide.
Growing Information:
- Plant height: Kraken Scorpion plants can grow to be quite large, up to 4 feet tall.
- Growing conditions: They thrive in warm, sunny environments with well-drained soil.
- Yield: Plants can produce a large number of peppers.
Culinary Uses:
Hot sauces:
.Kraken Scorpion peppers are a popular ingredient in hot sauces due to their extreme heat and unique flavor.
Chili powders and flakes:
.They can be dried and ground into powders or flakes for adding intense heat to dishes.
Other uses:
.They can also be used in chili, salsa, and other recipes where a potent kick is desired.
Other Notable Features:
Hybrid origin:
The Kraken Scorpion is a cross between the Bhut Jolokia and the Chocolate Scorpion.
High capsaicin content:
The pods are full of capsaicin oil, which is responsible for the intense heat.
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