Cascabel Chile Pepper

A popular variety for drying, Cascabel is a small, mildly spicy pepper averaging 1 to 2 inches in diameter.  The smooth-skinned peppers hold their shape during the drying process creating round bells or rattles when dry.  In fact, the literal translation of the word Cascabel is "bell" or "rattle".  Sturdy 24 to 30-inch plants produce amazing yields of round peppers that are initially green, turning red and finally mahogany when fully mature.  Peppers are traditionally dried but may be eaten fresh.  Mild to medium heat level.