Spice guide / Salem chilli
What is Salem chilli?
Named Indian chilli cultivar: Salem chilli.
Short answer: Salem chilli (Hindi: सेलम मिर्च) is Capsicum annuum. . Culinary use only — not a medicine.
| Common name | Salem chilli |
|---|---|
| Hindi | सेलम मिर्च |
| Sanskrit | — |
| Botanical name | Capsicum annuum |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Origin | India |
| Main producing regions | Tamil Nadu |
| Flavour | — |
| Aroma | — |
| Forms | whole, powder, flakes |
| Retail packs | 100g–5kg (typical; see products) |
| Bulk | 10kg+ |
What is Salem chilli?
Salem chilli is a recognised Indian chilli type used in regional cooking. Heat and colour vary by harvest. Forms include whole, flakes and powder.
History of Salem chilli
Origin
India
Growing regions
Tamil Nadu
How it is grown
Harvest
Processing
Grades
- Standard: Admin-configured commercial grade
- Premium: Admin-configured higher visual/purity selection
- Export Grade: Only show when export specifications exist for the lot
- Machine Cleaned: Machine cleaned — confirm process for the lot
Only grades that apply to a lot should be shown at purchase. These are templates, not invented industry certificates.
Flavour, aroma and colour
. . Colour: . Heat: hot.
Whole vs ground
Salem chilli is sold whole (or as seed/leaf) and as a ground form. Whole keeps aroma longer in a UK cupboard; grind or crush just before cooking when you can. Powder is convenient for daily dal, curry and marinades — buy a pack you will finish in a few months.
Culinary uses
- Curry
- Pickle
- Masala
- Tandoori
Traditional uses
Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.
SpicyCenter does not claim that spices cure, treat or prevent disease.
Storage and shelf life
Nutrition
Salem chilli is a culinary seasoning. Nutrition values are pack-specific and must match the label for UK/EU sale. We do not claim that this spice treats, cures or prevents disease.
Buying guide
Tell us the quantity you need, from 100 gm to 1 metric ton. Prices are not published on this website. Availability is confirmed on the enquiry.
