Spice guide / Tomato chilli
What is Tomato chilli?
Named Indian chilli cultivar: Tomato chilli.
Short answer: Tomato chilli is Capsicum annuum. . Culinary use only — not a medicine.
| Common name | Tomato chilli |
|---|---|
| Hindi | — |
| Sanskrit | — |
| Botanical name | Capsicum annuum |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Origin | India |
| Main producing regions | Karnataka |
| Flavour | — |
| Aroma | — |
| Forms | whole, powder, flakes |
| Retail packs | 100g–5kg (typical; see products) |
| Bulk | 10kg+ |
What is Tomato chilli?
Tomato 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 Tomato chilli
Origin
India
Growing regions
Karnataka
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: mild.
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
Nutrition declaration is pack-specific and must be completed before UK/EU sale.
Buying guide
Retail packs typically run from 100g to 5kg. Bulk starts at 10kg. Selling prices are checkout prices. Indian market figures, when present, are indicative only.
