Charapita chili | whole | 1 cm | orange | Scoville Units: 80.000-120.000

What is it about / Product description

Charapita chili is a rare wild chili from the tropical Amazon region and is offered by Biova as a whole, approximately 1 cm small orange berry. It impresses with its intense heat of around 80,000–120,000 Scoville and its bright yellow‑orange appearance. The spice is ideal for refining dishes with a compact yet very aromatic spiciness.

Charapita chili belongs to the species Capsicum chinense and is known for its fruity‑exotic, floral aroma, which develops particularly well in warm dishes. At Biova, gentle drying and the most natural processing possible of the whole fruits are ensured. This way, the typical combination of heat level, color and structure is optimally preserved.

In the kitchen, Charapita chili allows precise dosing: the small whole berries can be easily crushed in a mortar or cooked directly with the dish. Whether in salsas, sauces, stews or braised dishes – the spice gives dishes a distinctive, hot and at the same time fruity note. Experienced chili lovers in particular appreciate Charapita chili as a versatile ingredient for creative, spicy dishes.

Origin

The Charapita chili in this Biova quality comes from Ecuador, a country with a tropical to subtropical climate and ideal conditions for Capsicum chinense. The plants grow in regions with high humidity and warm temperatures, which supports the development of intense aromas. The combination of location, soil conditions and traditional harvesting practices shapes the typical character of this wild chili.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

Charapita chili is predominantly obtained in small‑scale farming structures, often as wild collection or from near‑natural stands. The ripe, orange fruits are harvested by hand as soon as they have reached their full color and full aroma. They are then gently dried in the sun or at low temperatures before being processed as whole chunks in bulk for Biova.

Special characteristics

Charapita chili is characterized by its very small fruit size of a maximum of about 1 cm and its intense orange color. Compared to many other chili varieties, it combines high heat with a distinctly fruity‑floral profile. The whole, uncrushed form allows flexible use – from decorative garnish to freshly crushed spice.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on the region of origin in the Amazon area, nuances in heat level, fruitiness and color may occur. Ecuadorian Charapita chili often shows a balanced ratio of heat and aroma. Gentle drying and filling as whole berries ensure that essential oils and color pigments are better preserved than in heavily crushed products.

Taste & aroma

In terms of taste, Charapita chili offers a pronounced, long‑lasting heat, embedded in fruity‑exotic and slightly floral notes. In warm dishes, aromas develop that are reminiscent of tropical fruits without tasting sweet. The smell of the dried berries is intense, spicy and slightly floral, making them a characterful spice for sophisticated kitchens.

Possible uses

• For seasoning salsas, dips and hot sauces with fruity heat.
• Cooked whole in stews, curries and braised dishes.
• Freshly crushed in a mortar for marinades, rubs and chili granules.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Ecuador
• Grain size: Chunks / whole, whole berries approx. 1 cm
• Color: Orange
• Heat level: approx. 80,000–120,000 Scoville (20,001–100,000+)
• Product type: Food / spice, bulk goods
• Weight unit: approx. 1.05 kg per 1 kg sales unit