Flavor description
This chile, shaped like a Chinese lantern, is one of the world's hottest--50 times hotter than a jalapeno. Behind all that heat is a complex flavor that's earthy, floral, and apricotlike all at once.
How to find
Look for these peppers in large supermarkets or specialty markets. You can buy online at www.mexgrocer.com and www.ethnicgrocer.com. Substitutes
If you can't find the Scotch bonnet, you can substitute its Mexican cousin, the habenaro.
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