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SPICY - Why We Crave Heat - Heat Legends

SPICY - Why We Crave Heat - Heat Legends

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 This episode reveals how peppers evolved capsaicin as defense against mammals while attracting birds for seed distribution. Claire Delish explains the Scoville scale measuring heat from zero to over two million SHU, profiles iconic peppers from accessible jalapeños through Carolina Reaper's weapon-grade intensity, and explores their distinct flavor characteristics beyond just burning. The episode examines competitive pepper breeding culture pushing extreme limits, YouTube challenge influence driving mainstream awareness, practical techniques for cooking with super-hots using dilution and balancing heat with sweetness, fat, and acid, plus essential safety guidance for handling dangerous peppers with gloves and ventilation, and home growing tips for cultivating chilies successfully.
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