This little round chilli comes from Mexico and is an “ornamental chilli” also called “bird chilli”. It is very spicy and releases supple and fruity notes which make it the perfect partner for your chili con carne and grilled meats.
Assam pepper is picked in the Brahmaputra river valleys, in North-East India.
It releases spicy yet refreshing notes with a zingy tang. Crush it roughly with a pestle and mortar and sprinkle over your winter vegetables, delicate fish or grilled meat.
The sweet and juicy flesh so characteristic of pears goes wondrously with the animal notes of white Penja pepper and will enchant all your poultry and blue cheese. Truly divine with foie gras!
Timiz pepper releases intense aromas of tobacco and resin. It will enliven your chicken liver terrines, fresh goat’s cheese with olive oil and fresh herbs, and bitter chocolate desserts.
The red and round Wiri Wiri chilli is the cousin of the Cayenne chilli pepper from Guyana. It grows vertically, in a warm and moist climate at the edges of the tropical forest. It looks a bit like a cherry so is often called “cherry chilli”. Its strong flavour has aromas of tomatoes. Use sparingly. It will enliven your stews, soups and sauces.