Description
Species: Annuum, Easy to grow, High yield, Rare, Upper Mid Heat
Belonging to the Capsicum annum family, this multicoloured marvel showcases a distinctive colour change akin to a flame-like illusion, setting it apart from its conventional counterpart.
Taste Profile
Delighting the palate with its delicate sweetness, the Multicoloured Bird’s Eye offers a unique twist on the traditional Asian Bird’s Eye chilli. Its flavour profile complements Asian dishes and shines in pickled concoctions or sweet chilli sauces.
Heat Level
Earning an upper mid-range rating on the heat scale, this chilli registers at an 8 out of 15, delivering a satisfying kick without overwhelming the taste buds. It ranges around 50,000 to 100,000 SHU on the Scoville scale.
Texture and Appearance
With pods measuring approximately 5 cm in length and 2 cm in width, the Multicoloured Bird’s Eye presents a captivating visual journey. Starting as purple orbs, they transform into blotchy pink and orange shades before culminating in a vibrant red hue, reminiscent of flickering flames.
Size of Plant
Thriving in both pots and garden beds, this plant exhibits robust growth, developing into lush, bushy foliage when planted in the ground. Its manageable size makes it suitable for various gardening setups.
Culinary Uses
Versatile in culinary applications, this chilli elevates Asian-inspired dishes, adds zing to pickled preparations with white vinegar, lime, and sugar, or lends its sweet heat to homemade chilli sauces. It pairs excellently with Scotch Bonnet chillies in concoctions like the AfterBurner Chilli Sauce.
Growing and Care
Easy to cultivate, the Multicoloured Bird’s Eye flourishes with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for novice and seasoned gardeners alike. Whether potted or planted in soil, providing adequate sunlight, water, and occasional fertilization ensures bountiful yields of these flavourful chillies.
Fun Facts
- The multicoloured appearance of these chillies makes them a popular choice for ornamental gardens.
- Multicoloured Bird’s Eye chillies are known by various names across different regions, including African Devil, Piri Piri, and Thai Pepper.
- Their bright colours symbolize both their spiciness and the lively cultures they originate from.
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