High Quality Red Hot Dry Shizhu Red No.5 Chili (3 oz)
Shizhu Red No.5 Chili - The Potent Fire from Chongqing's Highlands
$7.90
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Grown in the same pristine highlands as its sibling variety, our Shizhu Red No.5 Chili takes heat to the next level with its exceptional intensity and vibrant color. These peppers are carefully cultivated to achieve their maximum capsaicin potential while maintaining the characteristic fruity undertones of the Shizhu family.
Why Choose Our Shizhu Red No.5:
✓ Exclusive sourcing from Shizhu County's best growers
✓ Harvested at peak maturity for maximum heat development
✓ Traditional processing methods ensuring quality
✓ Custom grinding and packaging available
Usage:
Shizhu Red No.5 delivers intense heat for specialized applications. Use whole dried chilies for extra-potent chili oils and numbing hot pot broths. Coarse flakes create explosive heat in stir-fries and marinades. Fine powder is ideal for spice blends and sauces where extreme heat is desired while maintaining flavor balance.
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Storage Tips:
Store in vacuum-sealed containers away from light
Whole chilies maintain quality for 16-18 months
Processed forms best used within 6-8 months
Keep in cool, dry conditions to preserve potency
Origin:
Our Shizhu Red No.5 comes exclusively from selected farms in Shizhu County, Chongqing, where optimal growing conditions and specialized cultivation techniques produce chilies with extraordinary heat levels. Each batch is traceable to farms practicing sustainable agriculture in this unique terroir.
Net Weight: 3 ounces (85 grams)
Heat Profile:
High spiciness (15,000 - 22,000 SHU )
Rapid heat onset with lasting intensity
Clean burn complemented by subtle fruitiness