Dry Bhut Jolokia Pods
Dry Bhut Jolokia Pods** are sun-dried versions of the famous **Bhut Jolokia** (Ghost Pepper), one of the hottest chili peppers in the world. Known as *Bih Jolokia* (বিহ জলোকীয়া) in Assam, this fiery chili is an essential ingredient in Assamese cuisine and is widely used for its intense heat and smoky flavor.
### **Dry Bhut Jolokia Pods of Assam**
**Dry Bhut Jolokia Pods** are sun-dried versions of the famous **Bhut Jolokia** (Ghost Pepper), one of the hottest chili peppers in the world. Known as *Bih Jolokia* (বিহ জলোকীয়া) in Assam, this fiery chili is an essential ingredient in Assamese cuisine and is widely used for its intense heat and smoky flavor.
### **Preparation of Dry Bhut Jolokia Pods**
1. **Harvesting:** The ripe, bright red Bhut Jolokia chilies are carefully picked.
2. **Sun-Drying:** The chilies are spread out under direct sunlight for several days until they become completely dehydrated.
3. **Storage:** Once dried, they are stored in airtight containers or ground into chili powder for long-term use.
### **Culinary Uses**
– **Used in curries and chutneys** for intense heat and smoky flavor.
– **Infused in mustard oil** to create a spicy condiment.
– **Added to pickles** for an extra fiery taste.
– **Used in meat and fish dishes** to enhance spice levels.
– **Crushed into powder** and sprinkled over food for an extra kick.
### **Flavor and Heat Level**
– **Extremely spicy** (Over 1 million Scoville Heat Units – SHU).
– **Smoky and earthy** undertones.
– **Lingering burn** that intensifies over time.
### **Health Benefits**
– **Boosts metabolism** and aids digestion.
– **Rich in capsaicin**, known for pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties.
– **Helps clear sinuses** and fight colds.
– **Acts as a natural preservative** due to its antibacterial properties.
### **Cultural Significance**
Bhut Jolokia holds a special place in Assamese culture, used not only in cooking but also in traditional remedies and even as a natural pest repellent. Drying the pods ensures they are available year-round, making them a staple in Assamese kitchens.
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Superhot Handpicked Bhut Jolokia mixed with kacchi ghani mustard oil and special spices. Its processed in a traditional hygienic homemade style and packed in a high quality food grade plastic bottle to preserve its taste forever.
* We dont add any synthetic preservatives
* We dont add any artificial colours
* We dont add any artificial flavours
The bottle consists of approx 100 grams pickle which are purely under sunlight till its packed for ship. We use kacchi ghani high quality mustard oil in the making. We avoid using high amount of spices. Each bhut jolokia is handpicked and seclected after checking the quality and thoroughly washed, cleaned for any dirt particles.
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