The Yellow Devil’s Tongue pepper has extreme heat and a fruity flavor, making it a popular choice for spicy salsas and hot sauces. The Yellow Devil’s Tongue pepper, which is curvy and wrinkly, is slightly hotter than the Habanero pepper. Its appearance is somewhat similar to that of the Fatalii pepper. Thick walls set this pepper apart from its relatives as the Yellow Devil’s Tongue pepper can be a great base for salsa or hot sauces. The thick walls also make the Yellow Devil’s Tongue pepper a popular hot pepper for pickling.
The Devil’s Tongue pepper’s citrusy sweet flavor, combined with its rich color, make it a terrific pepper for those who enjoy extreme heat. The Chocolate Devil’s Tongue pepper has a slightly smoky flavor compared to the other Devil’s Tongue pepper varieties. The Devil’s Tongue pepper ranges from 125,000 to 325,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
