Although hot, habaneros have a wonderful smoky, citrus flavor that occasionally peeks out from the intense heat and is quite pleasant.

Please wear rubber gloves when handling, even for a little, and don't ever, ever touch your eyes, or God forbid, your genitalia. I once made a habanero salsa in a food processor and it was like someone had tear gassed the kitchen. So perhaps adequate ventilation is in order too. I also had a mysterious burning sensation for about a week afterward in and around my thumbnail.