{"product_id":"teja-chilli-pods-dried-fiery-intensely-hot","title":"Teja Chilli Pods | Dried | Fiery | Intensely Hot","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFierce, fiery, and native to the same Guntur region of Andhra Pradesh that gave us the Sanam — Teja Chilli Pods \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Capsicum annuum)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e are the chilli that serious heat seekers reach for when they want something that means business. Vibrant red, elongated, and sun-dried to preserve maximum potency, these are the pods that have been making Andhra Pradesh cooking legendary for generations — a region already famous for producing some of India's hottest and most flavoursome chillies, and Teja is one of its most prized exports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt 30,000 to 50,000 Scoville units\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and sitting firmly at the hotter end of the scale, Teja chillies deliver a sharp, fierce pungency with a distinctive fruity depth underneath that makes them considerably more interesting than a one-dimensional heat bomb. The fruit is there. The aroma is slightly smoky and intensely fragrant. But make no mistake — this chilli leads with fire and everything else follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUse sparingly. It has absolutely no intention of being subtle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eToast them briefly in a dry pan before use and the aroma that fills the kitchen is enough to make the whole household curious about what's coming. Drop whole pods into hot oil for a tempering that turns the fat fiery red and fragrant before a single ingredient has touched the pan. Rehydrate in warm water and chop or blend into curry pastes and hot sauces that build a heat so clean and persistent it makes every other chilli feel like it was holding back. Ground into a powder they deliver an intense, concentrated heat and colour that transforms spice blends, marinades, and dry rubs into something that demands respect from anyone who tastes them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBloom in hot oil alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/cumin-seeds\"\u003eCumin Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/mustard-seeds-yellow\"\u003eMustard Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e for a tempering that makes a simple dal taste like it was made somewhere considerably more daring than your kitchen. Grind with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/coriander-seed-splits\"\u003eCoriander Seed Splits\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/garlic-granules\"\u003eGarlic Granules\u003c\/a\u003e for a chilli paste that delivers fierce, clean heat into curries and marinades without apology. Combine with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/fenugreek-seeds\"\u003eFenugreek Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/turmeric-powder\"\u003eTurmeric\u003c\/a\u003e in Andhra-style spice blends that build a foundation of genuine, regional Indian heat. Blend with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/smoked-paprika\"\u003eSmoked Paprika\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/garlic-granules\"\u003eGarlic Granules\u003c\/a\u003e for a hot rub that makes meats taste like they were made for the grill and nothing else. Use in homemade hot sauces alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/black-pepper-ground\"\u003eBlack Pepper\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/coriander-seed-splits\"\u003eCoriander Seed Splits\u003c\/a\u003e for a condiment that stops people reaching for anything else permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFierce. Fruity. No Apologies. Yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand-packed in Wollongong. Packed fresh in food-safe pouches and ready for your pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen information:\u003c\/strong\u003e May contain soy, gluten, milk, sulphites, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame and egg.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a qualified professional before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a health condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Herb Shed","offers":[{"title":"The Tease - 20gm","offer_id":48576006848724,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The Tingle - 50gm","offer_id":48576006881492,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The Sizzle - 100gm","offer_id":48576006914260,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The Burn - 200gm","offer_id":48576006947028,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"The Firestarter - 500gm","offer_id":48576006979796,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"The Inferno - 1kg","offer_id":48576007012564,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/6356\/2196\/files\/the-herb-shed-dried-teja-chilli-pods-pouch-wollongong-australia.png?v=1787979800","url":"https:\/\/theherbshed.com.au\/products\/teja-chilli-pods-dried-fiery-intensely-hot","provider":"The Herb Shed | Wollongong","version":"1.0","type":"link"}