Some of the markets carry a bunch of what I’m guessing are anaheim chiles down here. They pack some heat when pureed with the seeds but not as much as I would like. I’m not too fond of their tough skins either. Some jalapeños appear once in a while.

I do have a habanero plant (plus a couple ancho) growing indoors but they refuse to produce any fruits. I think next summer I’ll take the chance and leave them outside. The nights are cool but maybe they’ll hold up. Or if not at least bring them indoors at night. Nothing to lose really at this point.

For now I’ll just have to live with family sending bottles of hot sauce–some with extract added for extra kick!