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This species of chile is only grown in the Rio Grande valley and is not used much outside of that region. It requires extremely dry and hot weather to grow. A species of bacteria attacks the plant, it is theorized that the unique chemical agent that gives chile its kick evolved in response to this bacterial agent.  

This species of chile is only grown in the Rio Grande valley and is not used much outside of that region. It requires extremely dry and hot weather to grow. A species of bacteria attacks the plant, it is theorized that the unique chemical agent that gives chile its kick evolved in response to this bacterial agent.  

Chile is also highly addictive, it is believed that the endorphine released in response to the spicy flavor is the source of this addiction. Regardless those born and raised on Chile can experience intense cravings and withdrawals symptoms if they stop consuming it.

Chile is also highly addictive, it is believed that the endorphine released in response to the spicy flavor is the source of this addiction. Regardless those born and raised on Chile can experience intense cravings and withdrawals symptoms if they stop consuming it. Chile is so popular that it usually must be included as a menu option in any restaurant in the state. It is used on [[hamburgers]], [[pasta]], [[omelette's]], [[sandwiches]], [[soup]], [[salad]] and hundreds of other traditional and non-traditional dishes. Franchise stores such as [[Subway]] and [[McDonald's]] get special permission from the franchise headquarters to include it on their menu as a local option.