Apr 08, 2024

Republic Lifestyle Desk

Types Of Chillies Available In India


Lavangi Chillies are thin, long, dark green chillies, also called Kolhapuri lavangi mirchi in Maharashtra.

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Green Jwala is a delicious in curries, chutneys, pickles and salads, and ideal for drying. Jwala has a distinctive fruity, apple-like flavour.

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Bhavnagri Mirchi is a special green chilli which hails from a place, Bhavnagar in Gujarat. It is peculiar tangy but not very spicy.

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Kanthari Chilli is grown in Kerala & some parts of Tamil Nadu in India. It can help burn fat and promote weight loss when used in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

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Boriya mirchi are large round chillies, which are a bright or dark red in colour. It may help in weight-loss plan.

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The ghost pepper, also known as bhut jolokia is an interspecific hybrid chili pepper cultivated in Northeast India. These chillies can ease abdominal pain, discomfort, and diarrhea.

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Byadagi chilli is also known for its deep red colour. It is less spicy and is used in many food preparations of South India. It is a natural pain reliever and has anti-inflammation.

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