Nitra Long Chilli Whole
Shop Pantry EssentialsSize: 50 g
About this item
Whole dried red chillies. Nitra Long Chilli Whole are dried long red chillies (sookhi lal mirch) for tempering and grinding.
Why cooks choose it
A couple of whole chillies fried in tadka add smoky aroma and a gentle heat to dal and sambar. Soaked and ground, the long pods give colour and body to chutneys and masala pastes, and they go whole into pickles.
What to cook with it
- Everyday tempered dal
- Red chilli garlic chutney
- Home-made masala pastes
- Pickles
How to use
For tadka, break one or two chillies and fry in hot oil for a few seconds until they darken slightly. For pastes, remove stems, soak in hot water for 20 minutes and grind with garlic.
Pack sizes
Available in 50 g and 100 g packs.
Storage
Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from light.
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