Pequins (Piquin) Chiles, Whole
This small oval shaped chile is sometimes called “birds eye” and grows wild in Mexico and South Texas. Like most tiny chiles, this pepper packs a punch rating at 8-9 on a scale of 1-10. Underneath that heat is a sweet, citrus like flavor.

1/4 oz.	$3.10
1/2 oz.	$4.50
1 oz.	$7.60
2 oz.	$12.10
4 oz.	$19.90

Pequins grow wild in Mexico and South Texas.

Try using the pequin chile to make a great Pasta Diablo or to spice up seafood dishes. This chile will fire up chili, salsa, stews and sauces. Remember—a little goes a long way!

The #1 factor that contributes to a chile's heat level is its maturity. While capsaicin is present at the beginning of the fruit's development, the amount of capsaicin increases as the chile matures.

- Chile Today.com