Naga Chilli – The Superhot That Changed Everything
A Legend in the Chilli World
The Naga Chilli is more than just a pepper — it’s a movement. Known by many names including Bhut Jolokia and Ghost Pepper, this iconic chilli from Northeast India and Bangladesh took the world by storm in the early 2000s, igniting global interest in superhot chillies and reshaping spicy food culture.
For many, it was their first real taste of extreme heat — and the Naga didn’t just deliver fire, it brought flavour: intense, fruity, slightly smoky and floral, with a delayed but devastating heat. It’s the chilli that turned curiosity into obsession and gave rise to thousands of sauces, challenges, and new varieties.
For CHILLIESontheWEB, the Naga is personal — it’s the chilli that helped launch our business and fuel the passion behind the chilli community we’re proud to serve.
Flavour Profile & Heat Level
Naga’s heat is fierce and lingering, but behind it is a complex, fruity flavour that experienced chilli lovers truly appreciate.
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Heat Level: Extremely Hot
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Scoville Rating: 800,000 – 1,200,000 SHU
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Flavour Notes: Fruity, floral, slightly smoky, with a building, delayed heat
Culinary Uses of Naga Chilli
While it’s certainly a challenge chilli, Naga has serious culinary value too — when used properly and respectfully, it adds incredible depth.
Perfect for:
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Extreme hot sauces – A key ingredient in sauce lines worldwide
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Fiery curries – Especially in Bangladeshi, Indian and Indo-Chinese cooking
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Spicy pickles – Naga adds lasting heat and aroma
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Chilli pastes – Blend into oils or tomato bases for serious kick
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Infusions – Oils, vinegars, or even spicy spirits
Use with extreme caution. A little goes a very long way — and always wash your hands!
Why Buy Naga from CHILLIESontheWEB?
We’ve been working with Naga since day one, sourcing high-quality dried pods and powder from trusted growers. Our chillies are dried and handled with care to retain their full heat and flavour, without bitterness or harshness.
Whether you're chasing heat, building sauces, or cooking for the bold, our Naga delivers the power and depth that made it a legend.