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Hatch Rattlesnake		60 seeds for $3.99

🐍 Hatch Rattlesnake — The Bite Behind the Blister

Coiled with heat and ready to strike, the Hatch Rattlesnake chile is a fiery marvel bred for bold flavor and visual drama. Its name evokes danger—and rightly so. With a Scoville rating of up to 10,000 SHU, this chile delivers a sharp, lingering burn wrapped in smoky, earthy complexity. The pods are long and slightly twisted, often showing subtle striping or mottling that hints at its wild nature.

Developed in Hatch Valley for growers and chefs who crave intensity, Rattlesnake offers thick flesh, excellent roastability, and high yield. Its pods average 6 to 8 inches, blistering beautifully over flame and peeling clean for sauces, salsas, and stuffed dishes. Whether fresh, dried, or roasted, this chile bites hard and finishes with flavor.

Botanical & Culinary Details:

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Shape: Long, slightly twisted pods (6–8 inches), smooth with occasional striping
• Color: Bright green to red when ripe
• Heat Level: 8,000–10,000 Scoville units 🔥🔥
• Flavor Notes: Smoky, earthy, slightly sweet; intense and lingering heat
• Texture: Thick-walled and meaty; ideal for roasting, stuffing, and sauces
• Origin: Hatch Valley, New Mexico; bred for high heat and yield

Culinary Applications:

• Roasted and peeled for spicy green chile sauces
• Stuffed for extra-hot chiles rellenos
• Blended into salsas, marinades, and dips
• Pairs beautifully with cheese, pork, tomato, and garlic

Cultural Significance:

• Popular among heat-loving chile fans
• Grown commercially in Hatch Valley for its yield and intensity
• Celebrated at the Hatch Chile Festival
• Often frozen and shipped nationwide for year-round use