CEYLON CHILLI
What is Ceylon Chilli
Ceylon chilli, also known as Sri Lankan chilli, refers to the variety of chilli peppers that are cultivated in Sri Lanka. These chillies are a staple in Sri Lankan cuisine, known for their distinctive flavour and heat. Here are some key points about Ceylon chillies:
Variety and Appearance:
Ceylon chillies come in various shapes and sizes, but they are typically small and slender. They can be either red or green, depending on their ripeness.
Flavour Profile:
These chillies are known for their intense heat and rich flavor. They contribute a unique spiciness that is essential to many Sri Lankan dishes. The heat level can vary, but they are generally quite hot.
Culinary Uses:
In Sri Lankan cuisine, Ceylon chillies are used in a variety of ways. They are added to curries, sambols, and chutneys to provide heat and depth of flavour. They can be used fresh, dried, or ground into powder.
Cultural Significance:
Chilli peppers are an integral part of Sri Lankan food culture, with a long history of use in traditional recipes. They are a key ingredient in many beloved dishes and contribute to the characteristic spiciness of Sri Lankan food.
Health Benefits:
Like other chilli peppers, Ceylon chillies are rich in vitamins A and C, and contain capsaicin, which has been studied for its potential health benefits, including pain relief and metabolism boosting.
Ceylon chillies are an essential component of Sri Lankan cooking, adding heat and flavour to the vibrant and diverse cuisine of the island nation.
RED Whole Chilli
Imperia Ceylon Chilli has a solid and spicy aroma that enhances savoury dishes, delicious sauces, and mouth-watering marinades. Once you are comfortable cooking with chilli, you can bring that fiery flavour back to your kitchen!
Don’t underestimate the power of Imperia Ceylon Chilli! A whole red chilli could turn a bland dish into something extraordinary, igniting your taste buds with its fiery flavours. Once dried, these chillies transform into a vibrant red, imparting a full-bodied, fruity, smoky flavour that adds a new dimension to your culinary creations.
RED Chilli Powder
Have you ever wondered about the process of using chillies? They are allowed to ripen on the tree, and later, they are dried and used either ground or minced into a fine powder with the seeds. This unique process brings out the distinct flavours and heat of the chillies.
It is used as a spice (or spice blend) to add pungency and flavour to culinary dishes, including American, Sri Lankan, Indian, Bangladeshi, Korean, Mexican, Portuguese, and Thai cuisine. Chilli powder blend is the primary flavour in American chilli con carne.
Chilli Flakes
Chilli flakes transcend their role as mere spice, serving as a versatile ingredient that enhances many dishes. Their introduction to pizza brings about a nuanced touch of heat and texture, while in other culinary applications, they contribute both desired chilli texture and spicy heat, thereby igniting culinary ingenuity.
Drying chillies results in a flavour distinct from that of fresh ones. This transformation occurs as the sugars in the chillies undergo caramelisation during the drying process, yielding a robust and delectable taste absent in fresh chillies. Analogous to how sun-dried tomatoes exhibit a more intricate flavour profile than their fresh counterparts, the dried chillies offer a similarly heightened flavour experience.
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Ceylon Chilli Whole
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Ceylon Chilli Powder
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Ceylon Chilli Flakes
$1.50 – $28.50
Imperia Ceylon
OUR SPICES 
OUR SPICES
CEYLON CINNAMON
Ceylon Cinnamon is one of the beloved spices globally, which provides its characteristic spicy-sweet kick to all manner of sweet and savoury dishes.
CEYLON PEPPER
Time after time, Black Pepper is described as the “King of spice” and it shares a place on most dinner tables with salt as the most consumed spice in the world.
CEYLON NUTMEG
Nutmeg is a popular spice made from the seeds of Myristica fragrans, a tropical evergreen tree. It has a warm, slightly nutty flavour .
CEYLON CURRY POWDER
Imperia Ceylon Curry powders are a blend of ground, and dried spices, adds flavor to a variety of dishes, including vegetarian, meat, and seafood preparations.
CEYLON CHILLI
Sri Lanka is renowned for its high-quality spices, and its chili is no exception. Grown in diverse agro-climatic regions and handpicked by local farmers, chili maintains its quality and freshness.
OTHER PRODUCTS
Imperia Ceylon carry a wide range of other products from our main variety. Turmeric, Cloves, Nutmeg Powder and Whole and Fenugreek Seeds.