Description
Tagada Chili Pepper is a powerful gourmet chili for true spice lovers. Also known as Wiri Wiri pepper or cherry pepper, it is loved for its small round shape, vivid red colour and surprisingly fruity aroma. Behind the intense heat, you can discover notes of red fruits, cherries, strawberries and a fresh herbal finish.
This chili is grown in Ecuador and harvested at full maturity before being sun-dried. The drying process helps concentrate both the flavour and the heat, creating a bold spice that should be used carefully. With an intensity of 9 out of 10, this is a volcanic chili designed for experienced chili lovers and dishes that need serious character.
Use it to add depth and heat to slow-cooked dishes, tomato sauces, curries, dhal, sweet-and-sour sauces and spicy marinades. It works especially well with seafood such as shrimp, scallops, octopus and ceviche. For creative cooking, pair it with ginger, lime, aromatic herbs, green mango, pineapple, papaya, guava or dark chocolate.
Product attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | Dried chili pepper |
| Pepper variety | Wiri Wiri / Tagada / Cherry pepper |
| Botanical name | Capsicum frutescens |
| Origin | Ecuador |
| Made in | France |
| Net weight | 15 g |
| Volume | 100 ml |
| Heat level | 9/10 |
| Flavour profile | Fruity, hot, lively, red fruit, cherry, strawberry, herbal |
| Best for | Curries, dhal, stews, tomato sauces, marinades, seafood, chocolate desserts, exotic fruit desserts |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
| Recommended use | Use sparingly because of the high heat level |
