Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
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Chiltepín is the wild grandmother of many domesticated peppers. Tiny round pods burst with instant heat and earthy brightness. They grow on shrubs across Sonoran deserts, often harvested by hand. Crunching a single berry releases a sharp, clean burn around 50,000 to 100,000 SHU. Indigenous communities like the Tohono O’odham have used chiltepín for generations in sauces, teas, and rituals. Sprinkle crushed pods over eggs, beans, or fruit for immediate spice. Wild spirit, concentrated fire - protected by the Ministry of Desert Heat. Chiltepín suele medir 50,000-100,000 SHU (Caliente). Aparece en Mexico and U.S. Southwest deserts en condimentos, encurtidos y adobos. Crush chiltepín over tacos, soups, and beans for sharp heat. Steep in vinegar or oil to create table condiments. Blend into salsa chiltepín with roasted tomatoes and garlic. The pepper pairs with citrus, squash, eggs, and grilled meats. Because the burn hits fast and fades, it suits quick snacks. ChiliCodexCDP.navigation.seeSauceIndex
También conocido como: Chiltepin, Bird’s Eye of the Desert
Especies
Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
Calor
Sabor
Caliente, Terroso, Brillante, Pelota, thin-skinned
Origen / Regiones
Mexico and U.S. Southwest deserts
Color / Forma
Green turning bright red
Tamaño del pod
0.5-1 cm diameter, round
Pruébalo en la naturaleza
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3 salsas europeas elaboradas en pequeñas cantidades: sabor, picante y, en ocasiones, un poco de caos, todo en una caja.
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Sabor y aroma
Chiltepín is the wild grandmother of many domesticated peppers. Tiny round pods burst with instant heat and earthy brightness. They grow on shrubs across Sonoran deserts, often harvested by hand. Crunching a single berry releases a sharp, clean burn around 50,000 to 100,000 SHU. Indigenous communities like the Tohono O’odham have used chiltepín for generations in sauces, teas, and rituals. Sprinkle crushed pods over eggs, beans, or fruit for immediate spice. Wild spirit, concentrated fire - protected by the Ministry of Desert Heat.
Crush chiltepín over tacos, soups, and beans for sharp heat. Steep in vinegar or oil to create table condiments. Blend into salsa chiltepín with roasted tomatoes and garlic. The pepper pairs with citrus, squash, eggs, and grilled meats. Because the burn hits fast and fades, it suits quick snacks.
Perfil térmico
Escala Scoville
50,000-100,000 SHU
Heat label
Hot
Ventana de cosecha
Late summer to early winter
Recuento del índice de salsas
-
Historia y cultura
Chiltepín plants are native to the U.S.-Mexico borderlands. Archaeological evidence shows their use long before European contact. Spanish explorers noted locals gathering the berries from thorny shrubs. Despite domestication attempts, many chiltepín crops still rely on semi-wild stands. Conservation efforts in Sonora aim to protect habitats where these peppers thrive under mesquite canopies. Today, chiltepín remains a cultural icon and state native pepper of Texas.
Botánica y notas de cultivo
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Chiltepín seeds need warmth and patience. Scarify lightly, then start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before planting. Maintain germination temperatures near 30°C. Transplant into well-drained soil with light afternoon shade. Plants grow 1 to 1.5 meters tall and appreciate support. Because they are perennial in frost-free zones, protect roots during winter. Harvest berries as they turn bright red, drying them quickly.
Marcador de posición visual de la caja de prueba
- 3 salsas de 100 ml (varios estilos)
- Ficha de cata y sugerencias de maridaje
- Envíos a toda la UE; tiradas limitadas.
Caja de prueba
Caja única para explorar el calor y el sabor de diferentes estilos de salsas. Sin compromiso; solo prueba y toma notas.
Comprar caja de pruebaPreguntas frecuentes
Chiltepín suele medir 50,000-100,000 SHU (Caliente). Los rangos varían según el cultivar y las condiciones de cultivo.
Caliente, Terroso, Brillante, Pelota, thin-skinned
ChiliCodexCDP.faq.answers.aliasList Los nombres alternativos de este pimiento provienen principalmente de dialectos regionales.
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- Aji Charapita - Hot
- Cayenne - Hot
- Italian Calabrian - Hot
- Pequin - Hot
Crush chiltepín over tacos, soups, and beans for sharp heat. Steep in vinegar or oil to create table condiments. Blend into salsa chiltepín with roasted tomatoes and garlic. The pepper pairs with citrus, squash, eggs, and grilled meats. Because the burn hits fast and fades, it suits quick snacks.
Chiltepín seeds need warmth and patience. Scarify lightly, then start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before planting. Maintain germination temperatures near 30°C. Transplant into well-drained soil with light afternoon shade. Plants grow 1 to 1.5 meters tall and appreciate support. Because they are perennial in frost-free zones, protect roots during winter. Harvest berries as they turn bright red, drying them quickly.
Utilice guantes, ventilación y jabón para eliminar los aceites de capsaicina.
Fuentes
- Republic of Heat Notas de campo del laboratorio de cata
- Expedientes de productores presentados a través de Directus
- Registros abiertos de variedades cultivadas e investigación académica sobre el pimiento
Cotejamos bancos de semillas, literatura revisada por pares y datos de productores acreditados para verificar las afirmaciones sobre SHU y origen.
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