Chilli Peppers
Jalapeno
A popular chilli pepper known for its moderate heat level and versatility in various dishes. Jalapenos are commonly used in salsas, stuffed peppers, and Mexican cuisine.
Thai Bird's Eye
A small chilli pepper with intense heat, often used in Southeast Asian cuisine. Thai Bird's Eye peppers add fiery flavour to curries, stir-fries, and spicy sauces.
Cayenne
Long and slender, cayenne peppers provide a medium to high level of heat. They are commonly dried and ground into a powder for use in spice blends, hot sauces, and chilli recipes.
Serrano
Similar in heat level to jalapenos, serrano peppers have a slightly fruitier flavour. They are great for salsas, pickling, and adding a kick to various Mexican dishes.
Habanero
One of the hottest chilli peppers, habaneros pack a fiery punch. They have a distinctive fruity flavour and are often used sparingly in hot sauces, spicy marinades, and Caribbean cuisine.
Scotch Bonnet
Popular in Caribbean and West African cuisines, Scotch Bonnet peppers have a similar heat level to habaneros but offer a more tropical and fruity flavour. They are essential for jerk seasoning and spicy stews.
Poblano
A mild to medium chilli pepper, poblanos are commonly used in Mexican cuisine. They are often roasted and stuffed, as in the classic dish chiles rellenos. Anaheim: Mild to medium in heat, Anaheim peppers are frequently used in Southwestern and Mexican dishes. They are excellent for roasting, grilling, stuffing, and making green chilli sauces.
Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia)
One of the world's hottest chilli peppers, the ghost pepper brings intense heat and a unique smoky flavour. Use with caution and in small quantities in extremely spicy dishes and hot sauces.
Piri Piri (African Bird's Eye)
A fiery African chilli pepper commonly used in Portuguese, Mozambican, and Angolan cuisines. Piri Piri peppers are perfect for adding heat and flavour to marinades, sauces, and grilled dishes.