About Raja Mirchi
Raja Mirchi (King Chili) is Nagaland name for Ghost pepper. Rating 855,000-1,041,427 SHU offers extreme heat. The name reflects its supremacy in heat. Same basic pepper with local variations. Essential in Naga tribal cuisine. The heat is legendary in region. Used in pork dishes and chutneys. Cultural significance beyond heat. The king designation is well-earned. Shows cultural importance in Northeast India.
Flavor profile
Extreme superhot
In the kitchen
King chili - Ghost pepper variant
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Difficult
- Days to harvest
- 100-120 days
- Plant height
- 36-48 inches
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