Like naga chillies, you probably won’t find Carolina reaper chillies at the supermarket and for good reason. These chillies are HOT and difficult to handle which is why I used Carolina Reaper Psycho Juice which is a great product with all the more dangerous handling of the raw chilli already done for you. First, heat your oven to 400 degrees. Set 8 ounces of Carolina Reaper peppers, 1 head of garlic (top slices off) and halved onion on a baking sheet. Bake them for 15-20 minutes, or until the skins slightly char. Keep an eye on these. You don't want them to burn, and watch out for any fumes. You may want to turn on the oven fan and open some windows. See my safety notes below.

Take this unique seasoning spice with you on your grill-outs, BBQs, camping trips, and road trips for when you need a good slap to the face. Just add a dash on top of your delicious food for needed heat. Below are “stepping stone” peppers, to work your way up to before trying any super-hot chili peppers, like the Carolina Reapers: The only thing difficult about growing Carolina Reapers is the germination period where the seeds turn into sprouts. Moisture and heat must be consistent and too much fluctuation in either can lead to failed plants. First, a warning: this is a scorching chili. Eating it raw is not ever advised. This is an extreme heat that works better diluted into other ingredients. There are lots of hot pepper daredevils that have recorded their experiences eating this hot pepper raw, so it’s easy to see for yourself − just take a look on YouTube.Like anything worth growing, it takes patience to see something reach maturity. It takes an average of 90-100 days for the Carolina Reaper to mature. As with any gardening endeavor, timing will vary based on controllable and uncontrollable factors. What is the Best Time to Plant Carolina Reapers?

The Reaper has been described as having a fruity taste, with the initial bite being sweet and then immediately turning to "molten lava". [5] [12] The sensory heat or pungency detected when eating a Carolina Reaper derives from the density of capsaicinoids, particularly capsaicin, which relates directly to the intensity of chili pepper heat and Scoville Heat Units (SHU). [13] Cultivation [ edit ] Aerosol calamine spray: These sprays are more often used to remove poison ivy, oak, or sumac oils to relieve rashes and pain. Since hot peppers cause similar burning sensations by their oils, it should work the same way. Some claim this is the only true way to relieve the burning sensation. DaSilva, Matthew (April 12, 2011). "World's hottest chilli grown by Aussies". Australian Geographic. Archived from the original on April 15, 2019 . Retrieved August 14, 2019. Our Carolina Reaper Powder is made from 100% pure and authentic Carolina Reaper chilli peppers, which are carefully selected and harvested at their peak of ripeness to ensure maximum heat and flavour. The chillies are then dried and ground into a fine powder, retaining all the natural warmth and aroma of the Carolina Reaper.This pepper was created through a quest to develop the hottest pepper in the world. This hottest super-hot chili pepper was formed by crossing a Pakistani Naga Viper pepper with a Red Habanero type from St. Vincent Island in the West Indies. Due to its striking resemblance to the Grim Reaper’s scythe, it was named the Carolina Reaper. When the seedlings have developed their first true leaves, transplant them into larger pots with drainage holes and a well-draining potting mix. Be careful not to damage the roots when transferring the seedlings. Water well after transplanting and keep them in a sunny spot indoors until they are ready to move outside. Harden off the plants The Carolina Reaper chili pepper is a cultivar of the Capsicum chinense plant. Developed by American breeder Ed Currie, the pepper is red and gnarled, with a bumpy texture and small pointed tail. It was the hottest chili pepper in the world according to Guinness World Records from 2013 to 2023 before it was surpassed by Pepper X, which was also developed by Currie. If you are new to this level of insanity please do not prank family members or anyone else as you may be playing russian roulette with their safety and sanity!