Just where would Asian food be without chilli peppers? Eaten raw, fried and roasted, widely known for packing a punch in your tadkas and curries, chillies also come bursting with natural health benefits.
Green chillies are specifically reputed to speed up metabolism, reduce cholesterol, are a natural source of iron, contain vitamins C and K and are loaded with antioxidants. If that wasn’t enough, this spice also boasts zero calories.
â— Adds depth to your dishes
â— 100 grams worth— can be stored and used immediately, even in the freezerÂ
â— Fresh green chilli can be added whole to hot oil to mildly infuse dishes
â— Crank it up a notch and slit the peppers, the seeds will add extra kick
â— Spice masters can cut the chillies into tiny pieces, adding extra hot flavour to each mouthful
