Bhut Jolokia (ভূত জলকীয়া) — Ghost Chilli from Assam

One of the hottest Chillies in the world, Bhut Jolokia sits in a small jar on every Assamese's kitchen shelf, used for enhancing taste buds in every meal. A piece in pork curry, a few whole ones in mustard oil pickle, a dried piece crumbled over fermented fish or a few drops of Bhut Jolokia pickle oil on Alu Pitika — it all carries the same slow, blooming heat that builds rather than stings.

Across the border in Nagaland, the very same chilli goes by a different name — Raja Mircha, the King Chilli. Same fire, same smoky depth, different crown — a staple stirred into smoked pork and fermented bamboo shoot curries.

GI-tagged, indigenous Assam variety. No artificial additives.

Best for: Pickles, pork curries, fermented fish dishes, chutneys, hot sauces
Type: Fresh chilli (Capsicum chinense)
Pack: As per listed weight
Origin: Assam, India
Shelf life: Fresh — use within 5-7 days; dried — 6 months
Storage: Refrigerate fresh; store dried in a cool, dry place