Dried Red Chili Peppers Extra Hot Chao Tian Jiao 朝天椒 Whole Dried Chilies for Sichuan Cooking 500g

Dried Red Chili Peppers, known in Chinese as Chao Tian Jiao (朝天椒), from Capsicum annuum, are whole dried fruits prized for intense heat and rich aroma. A staple in Sichuan and Hunan kitchens, they are traditionally used to infuse oils, sauces, and stir-fries with bold spice. Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried Chao Tian Jiao chilies with extra-hot heat and fragrant oil
• Botanical source Capsicum annuum, dried whole fruit form
• Farm-style Hubei specialty chili for authentic regional cooking
• Ideal for chili oil, hot pot bases, sauces, and dry rubs
• 500g resealable pack suitable for home kitchens

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep red with wrinkled glossy skin and a firm dry texture. The aroma is sharp and pungent with a distinct roasted-oil fragrance when toasted or fried. Flavor is intensely hot with lingering warmth.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Fry whole or crushed chilies in oil to make aromatic chili oil
• Add to hot pot, braises, and stir-fries for extra heat
• Grind into chili flakes or powder for dry rubs and condiments
• Simmer in Sichuan and Hunan style sauces and marinades

Traditional Uses

In Chinese folk cooking, Chao Tian Jiao chilies have long been used to warm the body and stimulate the appetite, especially in the spicy cuisines of Sichuan, Hunan, and Hubei. They are traditionally toasted in oil, simmered in hot pot bases, or ground with Sichuan peppercorns for classic mala seasoning.

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