African Kit: Cameroon Scotch Bonnet

CAMEROON SCOTCH BONNET

Region: Central Africa
Country: Cameroon

Culture & usage:
"Rain does not fall on one roof alone." – West African proverb

Used daily across West Africa for depth and heat. Start with a pinch and build to your taste.

What it is:
Pure dried Scotch Bonnet pepper, crushed for bold heat and bright fruitiness. Known locally as Cameroon pepper, it adds fire and flavor to stews and sauces.

Flavor profile:
Fruity, citrusy, earthy, very hot.

Ingredients:
100% dried Scotch Bonnet chili.

Allergen note:
Made in a facility that also handles peanuts and tree nuts.

Try it with:

• Add a pinch to jollof rice, soups, or beans
• Grind over grilled fish, shrimp, or pizza
• Mix with garlic and salt for a simple chili rub

Other Suggested Dishes
- Grilled or baked fish, finished with a pinch of ground scotch bonnet powder
- Pizza or flatbread, after baking grind the scotch bonnet for zing
- Roasted sweet potato or plantain slices, finish with scotch bonnet powder + salt
- Simple bean or lentil salad, add scotch bonnet at the end for heat and fruitiness
- Stir-fried vegetables, remove from heat and grind scotch bonnet just before serving