Jiva Organic Whole Dried Chilies 100g brings premium whole dried red chilies in a 100g pack — the essential form of chili for authentic Indian cooking where the pods are fried in oil to release their oils and flavor before other ingredients are added. Whole chilies add depth and heat that ground powder alone cannot replicate. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.

Premium Whole Dried Red Chilies for Deep-Fried Spice Tempering

• Whole dried red chilies with vibrant color and concentrated heat
• 100g pack — the right size for regular cooking without staling
• Essential in tadka (tempering) for dal, sabzi, and South Indian cooking
• Jiva Organic — pure, clean whole chilies without additives or treatments

How to Use

Heat oil or ghee and add 2-3 whole dried chilies and let them sizzle and darken briefly before adding other tempering spices — this is the foundation of South Indian tadka. Break open and shake out seeds before using for milder heat. Grind into homemade chili powder or sambar powder. Use in Szechuan cooking, Sichuan hot pots, and chili oil infusions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the seeds the hottest part of a dried chili? The white membrane (pith) inside is where most of the capsaicin concentrates, and seeds are hot by proximity to the pith — removing seeds reduces heat slightly but the pith is where the real fire lives.

Can I rehydrate these whole chilies? Yes — soak in warm water for 20-30 minutes to rehydrate for use in pastes, sauces, and whole stewed preparations like enchilada sauce or Indian chili chutney.

How do I know if dried chilies are fresh? Fresh dried chilies are pliable and not brittle, have a vivid red color, and release a bright, clean chili aroma when broken — pale, brittle, or dusty-smelling chilies are past their prime.

Allergen note: Packaged in a facility that may handle tree nuts and sesame. Check label for the most current information.