10 Types Of Indian Chillies You Should Know Of

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1. Kashmiri Chillies Kashmiri Chillies have low spice levels but imparts deep red colour to dishes.

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2. Guntur Chillies Guntur is grown in Andhra Pradesh and known for its spiciness.

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3. Lavangi Chillies Lavangi is a Kolhapur speciality. It is used in local dishes.

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4. Byadagi Chillies Byadagi Chillies from Karnataka is famous for its pungency and colour.

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5. Dalle Khursani  This is used in their local food preparation in North East.

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6. Jwala Chillies Jwala chilli is grown in Gujarat and is also called ‘finger hot peppers’.

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7. Dhani Dhani is has a pungent smell but a unique taste.

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8. Warangal Chappatta These chillies are short in size and less spicy compared to other varieties.

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9. Ramnad Mundu Ramnad Mundu is a small round chilli with orange-red skin.

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10. Bhoot Jolokia Bhoot Jolokia is a staple Northeastern ‘ghost pepper’ and one of the spiciest chillies ever.

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