Habanero pepper

The habanero pepper, known for its fiery heat and fruity flavor, is a small, lantern-shaped chili pepper that originates from the Caribbean and Central America; it is one of the hottest chili peppers, ranking high on the Scoville scale, and is prized for its intense spiciness, which adds a bold kick to dishes such as salsas, hot sauces, marinades, and spicy dishes from various cuisines around the world, while also containing capsaicin, a compound believed to have potential health benefits such as pain relief and metabolism boosting properties when consumed in moderation.