From the one chip challenge – where people are dared to eat a single tortilla chip infused with the world’s hottest chilli, the Carolina reaper – to super-charged sauces, it seems many of us are fascinated by just how much heat the human body and tastebuds can stand. But what can you actually cook with the planet’s most potent peppers? We look at some of the world’s hottest chillies, from least to most potent as measured by the Scoville Scale, and the dishes they can be used in. Be sure to wear gloves when handling chillies, and use with caution.