Bhut Jolokia chilli flakes 1–3 mm, extremely hot

Product description

Discover Bhut Jolokia chilli – also known as ghost pepper or Naga Jolokia – as a coarsely crushed chilli seasoning with a particle size of 1–3 mm. These intensely red flakes from Ecuador belong to the species Capsicum chinense and combine extreme heat with fruity, exotic aromas.

Gentle drying and crushing at Biova largely preserve the colour, heat level and characteristic aroma. The uniform particle size makes precise dosing easier – a key advantage with a chilli of over 500,000 Scoville heat units and a heat category rated as extremely hot.

Even very small amounts give sauces, stews and marinades intense heat and a complex, fruity note. The crushed chillies are easy to work into oils, curries or chutneys and are ideal for adding extra heat at the table for anyone who wants to use Bhut Jolokia chilli creatively in hot, spicy cooking.

Origin

The pods used come from Ecuador, where warm temperatures and abundant sunshine provide ideal conditions for Capsicum chinense. In selected growing regions, the fruits ripen slowly and develop their intense red colour, while Biova ensures consistent quality of these extremely hot red chillies.

Cultivation / production / harvest

The plants are grown outdoors or in protected cultivation and are regularly monitored during the ripening phase. Only fully ripe, deep red pods are harvested. They are gently dried, then coarsely crushed to 1–3 mm, sieved, inspected and packed into 1.05 kg bags.

Key features

This product is characterised by an extremely high heat level of over 500,000 Scoville heat units, combined with a strikingly fruity aroma. The coarse cut allows the flakes to distribute well through a dish without the pieces dominating, so very small quantities are enough to add significant heat and to control the spice level precisely.

Origin and processing differences

Bhut Jolokia originally comes from India, but cultivation in Ecuador offers stable climatic conditions and reliable yields. Biova relies on clean raw material together with gentle drying and uniform crushing, which preserve colour, heat and aroma better than rapid high-temperature processing.

Taste & aroma

On the palate, ghost pepper shows powerful, long-lasting heat with fruity notes reminiscent of dried apricots, mango and red bell pepper. On the nose, the intense pungency is joined by light sweetness and subtle smoky hints, while the rich red colour underlines the fiery character of these crushed chilli flakes.

Suggested uses

• For intense heat in curries, stews and chilli con or sin carne, used in very small amounts.
• As a powerful component in hot sauces, dips, BBQ marinades and dry rubs for grilled dishes.
• For flavouring chilli oils, chutneys and seasoning oils, and for carefully adding extra heat directly at the table.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Ecuador
• Cut size: crushed, approx. 1–3 mm
• Colour: Red
• Heat level: > 500,000 Scoville heat units (extremely hot)
• Product type: Food, spice
• Pack size: 1.05 kg bag