Thai Bird’s Eye Chili Pepper

The Thai bird’s eye chili is a small and thin pepper that is commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Thai and Vietnamese dishes. The Thai bird’s eye chili is typically green when unripe and red when fully matured. It has a Scoville heat unit (SHU) rating of 50,000 to 100,000, making it quite spicy. The Thai bird’s eye chili has a slightly sweet flavor that is accompanied by a strong, intense heat. It is often used in curries, stir-fries, and soups. It can also be used to make chili paste or hot sauce. The Thai bird’s eye chili is typically one to two inches long and has a tapered shape.