Spices & Herbs
Bullet Chillies (Whole Dried Red Chillies)
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Dairy Free
Bullet Chillies are small, whole dried red chillies with a fiery, punchy heat – used mainly in Indian and South Asian cooking, and in Asian and Middle Eastern dishes.
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About this product
Bullet Chillies are small, whole dried red chillies with a fiery, punchy heat – used mainly in Indian and South Asian cooking, and in Asian and Middle Eastern dishes.
Fry them whole in hot oil to temper dals and curries, add them to stir-fries, pickles and marinades, or crush them for homemade chilli flakes.
Choose your pack size
| Size | Best for |
|---|---|
| 75g | Everyday home cooking |
| 100g | Everyday home cooking |
| 200g | Regular cooks and larger families |
| 500g | Batch cooking and keen cooks |
| 1kg | Frequent use, cafés and takeaways |
| 5kg | Restaurants, caterers and wholesale – lowest price per kg |
How to use it
- Tadka (tempering) – Fry 2–3 chillies in hot oil or ghee with cumin seeds and garlic, then pour over dal.
- Stir-fries – Add whole chillies to the hot wok; remove before serving for less heat.
- Homemade chilli flakes – Crush or blitz the dried chillies just before use.
Good to know
How hot are they?
Hot – leave them whole for a milder flavour, or break them open for more heat.
Handling tip
Wash your hands after handling and keep away from your eyes.
Which size should I choose?
Smaller packs for home cooking, 5kg for restaurants, caterers and bulk buyers – the bigger the pack, the lower the price per kilo.
What allergens does it contain?
The ingredient is not one of the 14 major allergens. Please check the pack label if you have a severe allergy.
How should I store it?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal the pack (or decant into an airtight jar) after opening.
How is it delivered?
Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 on every size, dispatched from our London warehouse.
- Whole dried bullet chillies
- Fiery, punchy heat
- For tempering, curries, stir-fries and pickles
- 75g up to 5kg – the bigger the pack, the lower the price per kilo
- Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 on every size
Ingredients & allergens
- Ingredients
- Whole dried red chillies. Single-ingredient product. For full allergy information, including any “may contain” warning, please check the pack label.
- Contains
- No major allergens in the ingredient
- May contain
- See pack label
Ingredients and allergens may change. Always read the label before use.
Product details
- Product
- Bullet Chillies
- Form
- Whole
- Also known as
- Bullet chillies, whole dried red chillies, dried chilli pods, bird’s eye chilli, Thai chilli, sabut lal mirch
- Pack sizes
- 75g · 100g · 200g · 500g · 1kg · 5kg
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal the pack (or decant into an airtight jar) after opening.
- Best before
- Printed on each pack
- Delivery
- Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 on every size, dispatched from our London warehouse.
Delivery & returns
Tracked UK delivery: Standard £3.99 (usually 3–5 working days), free on orders of £45 or more; Express £6.99 (usually 1–2 working days). Every order is carefully packed and sealed for the journey, then dispatched promptly. If anything isn't right, contact us and we'll put it right. Unopened, undamaged items can be returned within 30 days of delivery.
