Teja (S17)

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Origin: India, Andhra Pradesh
Scoville Heat Units: local_fire_department local_fire_department local_fire_department 60 000 - 100 000 SHU
Flavor: Peppery
Color: Red
Shape: Long and thin

Description

The Teja (S17) is one of India's most important commercial chili varieties originating from Andhra Pradesh and valued for its exceptional pungency of 60,000-100,000 SHU and deep red color. Its long thin pods dry to a brilliant crimson used extensively for chili powder spice blends and oleoresin extraction. It dominates India's chili export market and is widely grown in Guntur district renowned as the chili capital of the world.