Botanical name - Capsicum frutescens
Country of Origin - Zimbabwe
Common Names: Cayenne, African Pepper, Bird Pepper, Red Pepper, Chilli Pepper, Capsicum.
Birdseye (Bird's Eye) Chillies are fiery hot and add considerable zest to dishes. Traditionally they are pan fired in oil at the start of cooking to add flavour, aroma and heat. They are essential for curries, spice mixes, chilli sauces and oils. Birdseye chillies can be used as a replacement for fresh chillies; they are best used sparingly and handled with care.