Organic Birds Eye chili | whole | 1-3 cm | red | Scoville Units: 90.000-120.000

What it is / Product description

Biova Organic Birds Eye Chili stands for intensely hot, whole chili pods in bright red. The 1–3 cm small fruits of the species Capsicum frutescens reach around 90,000–120,000 Scoville and are therefore among the very hot seasoning chilies. They are suitable for anyone looking for authentic, strong chili heat in controlled organic quality.

The pods are gently dried and offered as chunks or whole fruits, allowing the heat to be dosed flexibly – from mildly spicy to very hot. Thanks to careful processing, the typical aroma with fresh chili notes and subtle fruitiness is largely preserved. Biova relies on consistently high quality and clean, professional processing as bulk goods.

In the kitchen, Organic Birds Eye Chili is extremely versatile: whole pods can be cooked, fried or crushed in a mortar. This gives curries, stews, sauces and marinades a clear, direct heat. The small chili pods from Biova are also a practical and aromatic choice for hot sauces, BBQ creations and Asian-inspired dishes.

Origin

Birds Eye Chili originates from South America, but is now grown in many tropical and subtropical regions. Warm temperatures, plenty of sun and well-drained soils promote the development of the small, intensely red pods. Under these conditions, a high capsaicin content with pronounced heat develops.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The chili plants grow outdoors and are harvested several times, as soon as the fruits have completely changed color from green to red. Immediately after harvesting, the pods are gently dried until a stable residual moisture and a crisp-firm texture are achieved. They are then cleaned, sorted by size and packed as whole fruits for bulk goods.

Special features

With a heat level of around 90,000–120,000 Scoville, this chili belongs to the 20,001–100,000+ category and is therefore one of the very hot varieties. The small, compact pods are extremely economical, as even small amounts provide noticeable heat. In whole form, the aroma remains stable for longer, which makes them particularly interesting for professional kitchens and spice manufacturers.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on the growing region, aroma, intensity of heat and color nuances vary slightly, influenced by climate, soil and sunlight. Gentle drying ensures clear heat and a fresh chili aroma, while excessively high temperatures can lead to duller notes. Careful cleaning and sorting ensure consistent quality of Biova bulk goods.

Taste & smell

In its profile, Birds Eye Chili is reminiscent of Thai chili: direct, long-lasting heat with a clear capsaicin note and light fruitiness. The pods appear fresh and straightforward, without smoky or roasted notes. The smell is typically chili-like with a subtle bell pepper note and noticeable pungency in the nose.

Possible applications

• For seasoning curries, wok dishes and other Asian-inspired meals
• For adding heat to soups, stews, tomato sauces and braised dishes
• For homemade chili pastes, hot sauces, BBQ rubs and marinades

Product specification

• Country of origin: not specified
• Grain size: chunks / whole, 1–3 cm
• Color: red
• Heat level: approx. 90,000–120,000 Scoville (category 20,001–100,000+)
• Product type: food / spice, bulk goods
• Sales unit: 1 kg, approx. 1.05 kg gross weight per unit