Radhika Enterprise - Cooking Spices And Masala

India is one of the major Dried Red Chilli pepper exporting countries in the world. There are many varieties of red chilli pepper grown across the country. Each of these varieties differs from each other in pungency and color. The naga jolokia and the birds eye chillies are among the hottest chillies in the world and the bydagi chillies are known for their bright red color. Please refer to the pungency and color value chart for comparison of the different varieties of red chilli peppers. Red chilli peppers are mostly consumed as a whole or in powdered or flaked form. Red chilli peppers are rich in carotenoids and capsaicinoids. The carotenoids are extracted to be used as a food coloring agent and the capsaicinoids are extracted for use in pharmaceuticals mainly because of their anti inflamatory properties.

Specifications : Appearance Bright Red color Moisture 10% Max. Shu (ASTA Method) 20, 000 - 90, 000 Color (ASTA Method) 40 - 160 Extraneous Matter 1% Max Damaged & Discolored Pods 4% Max Loose Seeds 4% Max