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Texas State Native Pepper:
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Texas designated the chiltepin as the official state native pepper in 1997. The name "Chiltepin" is believed to be Aztec in origin. A tiny round berry slightly larger than a peppercorn. Experts believe the Chiltepin is the original wild chile - the plant from which all others have evolved. The bush grows an average of 4 feet tall, but there are reports of plants growing 10 feet and living 25-30 years. Heat level: 8 on a scale of 10 - very hot. |
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History of Mexican & Tex-Mex Food: Food Timeline
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Chili Pepper ID : Keith's BBQ Central
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