215 Hot Pepperoncini

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215 Hot Pepperoncini
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C. annuum
1,000 - 2,500
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Long/taperedEdit
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A hot selection of pepperoncini (C. annuum). Standard pepperoncini (Tuscan peppers) are typically 100–500 SHU; the "215 Hot" designation indicates a hotter-than-average strain at 1,000–2,500 SHU. Long, slightly wrinkled, tapered pods ripening from yellow-green to red. Used pickled in Italian and Greek salads. The "215" may be a breeder/strain designation.

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

How hot is the 215 Hot Pepperoncini?

The 215 Hot Pepperoncini measures 1,000–2,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

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