El Nour - Habanero

Habanero

Origin

Habanero crop is most widely cultivated in Mexico; While Mexico is

the largest consumer of Habareo spicy ingredient, its flavor and aroma

have become increasingly popular all over the world.

Taste

Habanero typically yellow-orange but they can be green, red, or orange.

Habanero is the hottest pepper grown commercially; intense fiery

flavor; a unique floral flavor and an extremely intense heat that

affects the nasal passages.

Usage

Habanero mixed especially well with foods containing tropical

fruits or tomatoes. They are traditionally used to add sizzle

to Caribbean barbecues, salsas, marinades, and bottled condiments.

Chop and add sparingly to sauces, pickles, dips or use as a table

spice.

Health Benefits

Habanero contain vitamin A, C, the B vitamins and significant

amounts of iron, thiamine, niacin, magnesium and riboflavin.

Habanero are cholesterol-free, saturated fat-free, low calorie,

low sodium, and high in fiber.