Scorpion Pepper Gourmet Salsa

Scorpion pepper salsa is a versatile and intensely spicy condiment that adds a burst of heat and flavor to a variety of dishes. Its applications range from dips and toppings to marinades and cooking ingredients, making it a popular choice for spice enthusiasts. Due to its extreme heat, it should be handled with care and used in moderation.

Culinary Uses

1. Dips:

   • Served with tortilla chips for a spicy appetizer.
   • Paired with other dips like guacamole or sour cream to balance the heat.

2. Toppings:

   • Adds a fiery kick to tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas.
   • Used as a condiment for burgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches.

3. Marinades:

   • Marinate meats such as chicken, pork, or beef for a spicy and flavorful dish.
   • Can be mixed with olive oil and lime juice for a more balanced marinade.

4. Cooking Ingredient:

   • Stirred into soups, stews, and chili for added heat and flavor.
   • Used in scrambled eggs, omelets, or frittatas for a spicy breakfast.

5. Salad Dressing:

   • Combined with olive oil and vinegar to create a spicy vinaigrette for salads.

6. Grilled Foods:

   • Served alongside grilled meats, seafood, and vegetables as a zesty accompaniment.
   • Used as a glaze or baste for grilling, adding a smoky, spicy flavor.

   • Arizona Scorpion Pepper Gourmet Salsa is a small-batch, extreme-heat gourmet salsa built around the Trinidad Scorpion pepper (approx. 1,200,000–2,000,000 Scoville Heat Units). Handcrafted in Tubac, Arizona, in 12 oz jars, this salsa layers scorpion-pepper heat with roasted tomato, garlic, sweet onion, and Sonoran desert seasoning for a fruit-forward burn that finishes clean.

     Heat Level: 10/10 (extreme). One of the hottest salsas we make.
     Flavor Notes: Roasted tomato, garlic, smoked paprika, citrus finish, floral scorpion-pepper heat that builds over 30 seconds.
     Made In:Tubac, Arizona, USA — small batch, no preservatives, no artificial coloring.
     **Ingredients:** Tomatoes, Trinidad scorpion peppers, onions, garlic, tomato paste, distilled vinegar, sea salt, cilantro, cumin, smoked paprika, natural spices.

   • Size: 12 oz (340 g)
     Shelf Life: Refrigerate after opening, use within 30 days.
     Shipping: Free shipping on orders over $115. Ships nationwide.

     Best Uses
     - Tacos and burritos where you want to feel the heat
     - Mixed into cream cheese for a scorpion-pepper dip (1 tsp per 8 oz)
     - Marinades for grilled chicken, pork, or beef
     - Wing sauce base (mix 3:1 with butter and lime)
     - Bloody Mary hot addition (1/2 tsp per drink)

     Who Should Buy This
     Experienced heat lovers, chili-head collectors, and gift buyers looking for the hottest salsa in Arizona. Not recommended for casual salsa eaters — the scorpion pepper is 200x hotter than a jalapeño.

      FAQ

     How hot is scorpion pepper salsa?
     Approximately 1.2 to 2 million Scoville Heat Units at pepper concentration, diluted in the salsa base. Comparable to ghost-pepper salsa but with a longer, more floral heat profile.

     Is this salsa gluten-free?
     Yes. All Tubac Gourmet Foods salsas are gluten-free. Made in a facility that also processes wheat-based products.

     How long does an open jar last?
     Refrigerate after opening and use within 30 days for best flavor.

     What makes it different from Tubac's Arizona Reaper Salsa?
     Both are extreme-heat salsas. The Reaper (Carolina Reaper base) has a sharper, more aggressive burn. The Scorpion has a slower onset with citrus and floral notes on the finish.