Nancy, typically when I order, they ask me how spicy I would like it. Normaly, depending on how I'm feeling and how fast I want to eat I ask for medium spice. I would say this has the mouthfeel of around 8,000 - 9,000 Scoville units to give you a better idea of what kind of heat to expect. Medium spice for me is just the right amount to heat and still let's me eat the entire plate before my brain tells me I'm full. If spice is an issue, I would recommend however, that you just ask for it mild. Hope this helps!