{"product_id":"birdeye-chili","title":"Birdeye Chili","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Bird's Eye Chili, what is it and how to use it \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Bird's Eye Chili, and where does it come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBird's Eye Chili pepper (sometimes called Thai chili or Thai Dragon) is a popular spice used in Southeastern Asian cuisine. It still grows wild in Ethiopia, among other places. They're tiny, but they pack a punch and thus are often used in agriculture. Due to their pointy shape and small size, they have gotten the name \"Bird's Eye\"!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePiri Piri is the name given to this chili type in Africa. Kachchi is a name used in Southeast Asia. The spread of these places was made possible by Portuguese and Spanish sailors in the 17th century. The Bird's Eye plant, like all chiles, is native to Central America.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn hot weather areas, the little chilies grow on small bushy plants. The pods usually produce around 5 cm in length and one centimeter in diameter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe color of the Bird's Eye chili, when mature, is red. Before they mature, the pepper is green. Although unripe, it is still edible and often used in green curries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThey usually have a stem attached when fresh and contain loose, spicy seeds. Because of their little weight, the peppers are inexpensive and can be used whole, sliced, or seeded and chopped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe small but strong peppers add spice to foods or make spicy sauces and can be eaten raw, dry, or cooked. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact! The Bird's Eye Chili plant is a popular ornamental plant. It is an excellent addition to your home due to its small size, beautiful and shiny leaves, and of course, the delightful peppers! It can be grown as a plant pot indoors or even outside during the summer months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does Bird's Eye Chili taste like, and is it a strong pepper?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBird's eye chilies are valued for their sweet, peppery flavor and their potent heat. The little peppers pack a punch, measuring between 50,000 and 100,000 Scoville units on the Scoville scale. That's ten times as hot as a jalapeno but half as hot as a habanero. Because a mature red bird's eye chili has a delayed potency, the heat builds as you eat the dish and lingers long after you stop eating; the spice might sneak up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use the Bird's Eye Chili pepper?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThai, Vietnamese, Malaysian, and Indonesian cuisines all use bird's eye chili peppers extensively. Salads, stir-fries, curries, sauces, sambals, soups, and marinades all contain fresh or dried chiles. The chiles can be left whole, sliced, diced, chopped, or blended after removing the stems. The seeds are particularly hot and can be removed for a milder flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWearing gloves while cooking with the Bird's Eye Chili is strongly recommended! The chemical that makes the peppers hot is called Capsaicin. It can linger on your fingers for over several hours and burn your face, particularly sensitive areas around your eyes. So wear gloves and wipe the knife, countertops, and anything else the cut chiles came into touch with before removing them to avoid extra discomfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh peppers can be stored in a refrigerator for up to two weeks before being used. To avoid adding moisture and increasing decomposition, wait until before using to rinse them. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBird's eye chilies can be pickled or dried to keep them fresh. Although the peppers can be frozen, it is not suggested due to the thin walls of the little peppers. However, dried chiles and pickled peppers can be stored at room temperature for up to a year if properly canned.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBird's Eye Chili is an excellent pick when you want to add heat to a meal without adding bulk or a conflicting taste. However, a small amount of it will go a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eA unique Bird's Eye Chili pepper recipe you have to try\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlthough you can eat Bird's Eye Chili straight away without cooking, we have written down this delicious recipe. This spicy and delicious chicken is a popular Malaysian dish that's easy to make and will make you fall in love with Bird's Eye pepper! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is called \u003cstrong\u003eAyam Masak Lemak Cili Padi\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Ayam stands for \"chicken,\" Masak for \"cook\", Lemak for \"creamy,\" and Cili Padi for the Bird's Eye chili. Incredibly delicious idea for dinner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat will you need :\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e700g chicken, cut into pieces as desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTen pieces of Bird's Eye chili\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne potato, cut into the form you want\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo teaspoons of turmeric powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo bruised lemongrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo medium-sized pink onions, coarsely chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo shredded turmeric leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo cups of thin coconut milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne cup of thick coconut milk \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt to taste (We recommend using our Sweet Salt!) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirstly, tamp the fresh turmeric and bird's eye chilies until fine. During tamping, add a bit of salt. Place it aside for a bit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSecondly, cook the chopped onions in 2 tablespoons of oil until fragrant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAfter that, add in the spices you crushed before. Stir the mix until the aromatics and oil float to the surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAdd the chicken, lemongrass, and potato to your mix, and keep on stirring! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNow stir in one cup of water and the thin coconut milk. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStir occasionally and cook until the potato is nicely soft. You can test it by pushing into the potato pieces with a fork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAdd the thick coconut milk and turmeric leaves after the potato pieces have softened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSeason with salt to taste \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eServe immediately with white rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEnjoy your freshly made Ayam Masak Lemak Cili Padi with Bird's Eye Chili! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSounds like a recipe you'd want to try? Get a jar of the unique and delicious Bird's Eye Chili pepper from us!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAnd the recommended Sweet Salt from \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;a%20href=%22https:\/\/saltsup.com\/products\/sweet-salt-fine%22\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span%20style=%22font-weight:%20400;%22\u0026gt;https:\/\/saltsup.com\/products\/sweet-salt-fine\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/a\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;%20\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\" data-mce-href='\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;a%20href=\"https:\/\/saltsup.com\/products\/sweet-salt-fine\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u0026gt;https:\/\/saltsup.com\/products\/sweet-salt-fine\u0026lt;\/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/a\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;'\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/saltsup.com\/products\/sweet-salt-fine\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/saltsup.com\/products\/sweet-salt-fine\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SaltsUp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32309587607663,"sku":"153_OrganicBirdeyeChili","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0214\/8761\/6100\/products\/2.png?v=1613379263","url":"https:\/\/www.saltsup.com\/et\/products\/birdeye-chili","provider":"SaltsUp shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}