Bird's Eye (African)
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- Origin
- Malawi
- Scoville Heat Units
- 100 000 - 175 000 SHU
- Flavor
- Fruity
- Color
- Red
- Shape
- Small and elongated
Description
The African Bird's Eye, also known as African Piri Piri, is a small but fiercely hot chili widely grown across East and Southern Africa. Its tiny, elongated pods ripen to bright red with intense heat and a fruity, slightly smoky flavor. A staple in African cooking, it forms the base of the famous piri piri sauce and is used in hot sauces, marinades, and traditional stews.