Cheongyang
- Origin
- South Korea, Cheongyang
- Scoville Heat Units
- 10 000 - 25 000 SHU
- Flavor
- Peppery
- Color
- Green to red
- Shape
- Long and tapered
Description
The Cheongyang is one of Korea's hottest chili varieties, named after Cheongyang County in South Chungcheong Province. Its long, tapered pods ripen from bright green to red with a sharp, pungent heat and clean flavor. An essential ingredient in Korean cuisine, it is used fresh in kimchi, stews, and dipping sauces, prized for its intense heat that surpasses standard Korean peppers.