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African Bird's Eye Chiles

African Bird's Eye Chiles
African Bird's Eye Chiles

African Bird's Eye Chiles

SKU
100250 003
Price:
$5.56
Net Weight:
1 oz
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African Bird’s Eye Chiles, Capsicum frutescens, measure 100,000-225,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units). They are also called African bird’s eye chili, bird’s eye chili, African bird's eye chili, bird eye chili, birds-eye peppers.

African Bird’s Eye Chiles are typically between ½" and 1" in length and taper to a blunt point. 

They make a big impact for such a little berry. They are also known by their Swahili name pili-pili (or peri-peri, or piri-piri depending on the influences of dialect and translation). The African Bird’s Eye Chile, specifically the variety from Uganda, is believed by many to be the hottest chile that is not a member of the legendary Capsicum chinense species. Due to these potent heat levels, most of these African chiles are harvested and processed for commercial use as a pepper extract.

African Bird’s Eye Chiles are popular with:

  • food trucks; 
  • chicken restaurants; 
  • brewpubs; 
  • chili oil and pasta manufacturers; 
  • seasoning companies; 
  • independent spice shops; 
  • brewers; and 
  • distillers

There are approximately 50 African Bird's Eye Chiles per ounce.

We also have African Birdseye Chile Powder available.

 

Flavor Profile

African Bird’s Eye Chiles have a clean flavor with undertones of dry hay and a nice bite.

 

Heat Level

African Bird's Eye Chiles are crazy hot chiles, measuring 100,000-225,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units).

 

How to Use

African Bird's Eye Chiles are commonly used to make peri-peri sauce, a vinegar and lemon sauce that showcases the heat and flavor of this pepper. Vinegar loves these peppers, so use them as the heat when making Hot Italian Giardiniera, or pop a pepper or two into Pickled Red Onions for a sweet-salty-sour-spicy bite. Add to Harissa Couscous for even more heat and an unobtrusive flavor. Finish African Vegetable Stew with a sprinkling of freshly-ground African Bird’s Eye Chiles for a terrific kick. Their flavor goes well with a wide range of cuisines, so don’t be afraid to use them when making Shrimp Pad Thai or Blackened Tilapia Tacos

Use African Bird’s Eye Chiles with beef, lamb, pork, chicken, or seafood. It goes well with vegetables, stews, and soups, or add to marinades or dressings. Great in salsas and hot sauces. 

African Bird’s Eye Chiles pair well with garlic, onion, chives, cilantro, cumin, cardamom, coriander, ginger, citrus, chocolate, lemongrass, and grains of paradise.

 

Also CalledAfrican bird’s eye chili, bird’s eye chili, African bird's eye chili, bird eye chili, birds-eye peppers
SpeciesCapsicum frutescens
IngredientsWhole African bird’s eye chile
Flavor ProfileClean flavor, undertones of dry hay, a nice bite
Scoville Heat Units100,000-225,000 SHU
Recommended UsesMeats, grilling, roasting, vegetables, dressing, pickles, marinades, salsa
CuisineAfrican, Mediterranean, American, Thai
How To StoreAirtight container in a cool, dark place
Shelf Life1-2 years
Country of OriginUganda

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1-2 chiles, 0.1g

Amount Per Serving

Calories0

% Daily Value*

Total Fat0g0%

Saturated Fat0g0%

Trans Fat0g

Polyunsaturated Fat0g

Monounsaturated Fat0g

Cholesterol0mg0%

Sodium0.1mg0%

Total Carbohydrate0.1g0%

Dietary Fiber0.0g0%

Total Sugars0.0g

Added Sugars0g0%

Sugar Alcohol0.0g

Protein0.0g0%

Vitamin D0mcg0%

Calcium0mg0%

Iron0mg0%

Potassium2mg0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5
11 total ratings.

Sunaina M. (Verified buyer) 04/15/2022
The birds eye African chilies The birds eye African chilies are super hot and excellent quality. Got it within a few days of placing the order. Very good service.

Jean B. (Verified buyer) 02/23/2022
For making chilli cheese it For making chilli cheese it is ideal but a little less spicy than I thought.

Doris B. (Verified buyer) 08/15/2021
Quick and fast services Quick and fast services

Manuella F. (Verified buyer) 03/25/2021
Dried Birdseye Chiles Very happy with my purchase. They are of excellent quality, as spicy as expected and dried to perfection! Will buy again.

Hok H. (Verified buyer) 03/02/2021
Awesome great quality and aroma!

Leigh C. (Verified buyer) 07/05/2020
amazing flavor fresh and potent

Dennis M. (Verified buyer) 10/20/2019
Spicy Birdseye As an aficionado of Thai cuisine, there are some herbs and spices that are key components to cooking Thai recipes. Although not always spicy, some dishes, like Laab, require the use of Thai chilies. In this case the Thai Birdseye chilies, are one of those ingredients that enhance the flavor. Crushed in a mortar and pestle with other ingredients, these chilies are perfect.

Caleb D. (Verified buyer) 03/08/2018
Great flavor They have a great flavor I used them to make my own chili powder and they are hot but great flavor.

John (Verified buyer) 04/06/2011
Dried Birdseye Chiles Great heat that does not linger too long. These peppers do not alter the flavor of your foods either. Can't beat the price. I highly recommend this product.

Richard W. (Verified buyer) 12/14/2018
Where is it? Never received my order.
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