Red Chilli (Laal Mirch)

India is the world’s leading exporter of red chillies, valued globally for their vibrant color, wide heat range, and suitability for whole, powder, and flake forms.

Key Commercial Varieties & Trade Names

  • Guntur Sannam (S4 / 334): Bright red color with medium-to-high pungency

  • Byadgi & Kashmiri Chilli: Deep red color with mild heat, preferred for coloring and oleoresin

  • Teja Chilli (S17): High-pungency variety used for strong heat applications

  • Wrinkle 273 / Ramnad Mundu / Bhut Jolokia: Specialty and high-heat varieties for niche markets

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Red Chilli is a bold and vibrant spice derived from the dried fruits of Capsicum annuum, known for delivering fiery heat and rich red color to a wide range of dishes. This premium red chilli enhances both flavor intensity and visual appeal in culinary preparations across global cuisines.

Careful drying and cleaning help preserve the natural pungency, color, and aroma of the chilli. Its consistent texture allows smooth grinding and blending, making it suitable for food processing and commercial kitchens. Chefs and food manufacturers use red chilli to add controlled heat to curries, sauces, marinades, spice mixes, and seasoning blends.

This spice performs well in both whole and ground forms, offering flexibility for different culinary and industrial applications. Its strong color value supports uniform appearance in finished food products. In addition, proper handling ensures stable quality during storage and transportation.

Red Chilli remains a core ingredient in spice blends due to its intensity and versatility. Its practical usability, vibrant color, and reliable heat profile make it suitable for bulk supply, export, and large-scale food production.

HSN Code: 09042110
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

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