Chilli Medium Spicy

Also known as:
Hari mirch, Leelo mercho, hirwa mircha

Seasonality:
Green chilli is rabi as well as kharif crop. It is available all year round.

Basic Information:
The spiciness of chilli comes from a chemical called capsaicin. Spicy green chilli is a common vegetable used in Indian kitchens for almost all forms of Indian cuisines and dishes to enhance the spicy flavour. Its uses range from quick dishes like salad to more elaborate dishes like Korma. Green chilli are also used to make pickles.

Health and Nutrition:
Spicy green chilli has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Intake of green chillies could help reduce blood sugar levels as it promotes insulin secretion, thereby controlling glucose levels in the blood. It promotes fast metabolism which can help in reducing body weight and accumulated fat.

Speciality:
Spicy green chilli defines the spicy flavour of Indian dishes. It is an integral part of Indian kitchen, due to its wide range of usage.