Whole Piquin Chile Pepper Pods
In a 4 oz. Spice Jar with Shaker Cap

The Pequin Pepper (a.k.a. Piquin, Penguin, or Bird Pepper) is the smallest of chili peppers. Do not let the petite size fool you; this pepper boasts a heat nearly as hot as a Habanero, sometimes with a heat 7-8 times that of a Jalapeno. Each pepper pods is no bigger than a man's pinky nail; bright red in color; and bearing a flavors of citrus, smoke, and nuts. Use in sauces, rubs, chili, and stews.

Whole, destemmed chile pepper pods. Net Weight 1.05 ounces / 30 grams.

Heat Level 9/10.

To Rehydrate Dried Chili Pods: Place chiles in a bowl. Pour just enough boiling water over the pods to cover them. Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and allow to rest for approx. 10 minutes, or until chilis are soft and pliable. For a more intense, toasty flavor, use a spatula to press the dried pod in a hot skillet (no oil or liquid) until you see a little wisp of smoke rise, flip over the chili and repeat on other side. Then, proceed with directions above for rehydrating.

Packaged in a facility that also packages wheat, milk, soy, egg, peanuts, and tree nuts.

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Recipe: Shrimp Diablo (a.k.a. Shrimp Fra Diavolo)
Fra Diavolo translates from Italian to "Brother Devil". The name has since lost its original spelling in the more modern versions of the recipe, once made with lobster.

2 Tbls. vegetable oil OR olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 - 4 Pequin chile pods, crushed into flakes
28 oz. can petite diced tomatoes
8 oz. can tomato sauce
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
2 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
salt and pepper, to taste
1 pound linguine OR angel hair pasta, prepared as directed on package

~ Pour the oil into a large skillet over medium heat; add the garlic and crushed peppers; cook, stirring often, until the garlic is soft and lightly browned, about 2 - 3 minutes.
~ Add tomatoes, wine, and herbs to skillet, then stir in shrimp; simmer, stirring often, until shrimp are completely pink, about 5 - 7 minutes.
~ Add salt and pepper to taste.
~ Serve Shrimp Diablo over prepared linguine or anger hair pasta.