{"product_id":"dried-red-chilli","title":"Dried Red Chilli Whole (Sabut Lal Mirch) | Variety Specified, Vibrant Colour","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried Red Chilli, The Bold Heat Behind Every Real Indian Tadka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala sourced whole, dried red teja chillies for rich colour and uniform heat. Each batch of teja dried lal mirch is lab-tested for aflatoxin content, safety, and purity. Machine-cleaned through a 9-step process; low-moisture processed to prevent mould growth. Unbroken stems and natural red colour are visible in the pack. Sourced from India's trusted chilli-growing regions. For tadka, chutneys, home grinding, and pickle masala.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Hathi Masala Dried Red Chilli Stands Apart?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Fresh. Efficient. Pure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab Tested Every Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Exported to 60+ Countries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Hathi Masala Dried Chilli (Teja Lal Mirch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried red chilli is the whole, sun-dried form of the red chilli pepper. In Indian kitchens, it is used every single day. The whole form slowly releases flavour into hot oil during the tadka, giving you that deep, smoky base that chilli powder simply cannot replicate. It is also home-ground for fresh chilli powder, added to chutneys for real texture and heat, and used in pickle masala as both a spice and a natural preservative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe red colour in whole chillies comes from natural pigments in the skin and from capsaicin. Higher capsaicin means stronger colour, more intense heat, and longer-lasting flavour in dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourcing and Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala sources Teja chilli widely from the Guntur region in Andhra Pradesh. It’s the largest Teja S17 production region in India. The region's sandy soil, dry heat, and low-humidity harvest conditions give the chillies their thin skin, high oleoresin content, and that rich colour that releases the moment it hits hot oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery batch is lab-tested for capsaicin content, oleoresin content, moisture, and aflatoxin before sourcing. Chillies with broken skins, uneven colour, or moisture are rejected before processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Hathi Masala Processes Dried Red Chilli\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala cleans all dried chillies using a 9-step automatic cleaning procedure. This procedure removes dust, broken chillies, fine stones, and other impurities. The entire process is handled without human contact at any stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the cleaning procedure, the chillies go through low-moisture processing. The remaining moisture in stored dried chillies is the main reason for mould. Perfect drying at this stage preserves the capsaicin content and the natural colour, ensuring a good shelf life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala used 3-layer packaging. These layers act as a complete barrier against moisture, sunlight, and air. These \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use Dried Red Chilli in Your Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Tadka in Dal and Sabzi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add 1-2 whole chillies to pre-heated oil at the beginning, along with other whole spices, such as mustard seeds and cumin. Let them cook for 8-10 seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Chutneys:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry-roast some teja lal mirchies in a pan for 30-40 seconds, until you get a mild aroma. Let them cool before grinding. Roasting them first gives a deeper, rounder heat compared to using them raw.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Home-Ground Chilli Powder:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry-roast whole chillies until fragrant, let them cool completely, then grind them into a fine powder. Homemade chilli powder from fresh whole chillies has a stronger aroma and better colour than packed chilli powder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Pickle Masala (Achar):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add 6-8 whole dry chillies to raw mango, mixed vegetable, or lemon pickle. They add a bold, slow-building spice that balances the oil and salt in the base of achar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDried Red Chilli Variety Comparison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"172\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"227\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"112\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Characteristic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrows In\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuntur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh capsaicin, deep red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery High\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTadka and  spicy curries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndhra Pradesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTeja S17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThin skin, bright red, very high oleoresin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery High\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome grinding, spice blends, chutneys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndhra Pradesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMathania\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThick skin, rich red, moderate heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRajasthani dishes, gravies, pickle masala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRajasthan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eByadagi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery high colour, low heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour-forward gravies, restaurant-style cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKarnataka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKashmiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrilliant red, light heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Mild\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDishes that need a deep red colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKashmir, HP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala selects varieties based on capsaicin content and colour testing, not just on the region of origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits of Dried Red Chilli in Your Daily Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapsaicin is the main active compound in dried red chillies. It is responsible for the heat, spice, and colour transferred into hot oil. Dried red chillies are also a natural source of minerals, such as Vitamin C and Vitamin A. In traditional Ayurveda, red chilli is known as a warming spice that helps in digestion when used in appropriate amounts. Indian families have used it in moderate amounts in daily meals for ages. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are the natural properties of sukhi lal mirch. They aren’t medical claims and don’t replace medical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Store Dried Chillies in an airtight jar. Keep the jar in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Moisture reduces aroma and affects essential oil content. Best consumed within 18 months of the manufacturing date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality You Can Trust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala has been part of Indian spice manufacturing since 1952. Our Dried Red Chilli is cleaned using a 9-step automatic cleaning machine that removes dust, stones, stems, and other fine impurities without human contact at any stage. Every batch of Hathi Masala spices is lab-tested for essential oils content, moisture, purity, and safety before dispatch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fssai.gov.in\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFSSAI-Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/iso-22000-food-safety-management.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISO 22000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab tested every batch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Low moisture drying Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed. Dedicated sterilisation facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour-locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMore from the Hathi Masala Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore related categories:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/salts\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Black Salt, Rock Salt \u0026amp; Pink Salt for better taste and daily use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/blended-spices\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlended Spices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Kitchen King, pav bhaji, chana masala \u0026amp; more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/pickle-masala\"\u003ePickle Masala\u003c\/a\u003e, Ready-to-use masala mixes for homemade achars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hathi Masala","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":44924791750726,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7790\/8038\/files\/hathi-masala-lal-mirch-dried-red-chilli-100g-front.png?v=1775716951","url":"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/products\/dried-red-chilli","provider":"Hathi Masala","version":"1.0","type":"link"}