Zi Dan Tou Chili Pepper | Facing Heaven Pepper

Zi Dan Tou Chili Pepper

Zi dan tou chilies, also known as chao tian jiao or facing heaven chilies, are deep red and offer medium heat. They add a rich, sharpness to Sichuan dishes, perfect for those new to spicy flavors.

Typically, zi dan tou chilies have a  Scoville value of around 15,000 to 30,000, which offers a moderate spiciness. This pepper is ideal for those who like a subtle, but noticeable spiciness. 

Store chilies in a cool, dark pantry or freeze them for long-term storage.

Which Sichuan Dishes Use Zi Dan Tou Chilies? 

Zi dan tou chilies are popular for gong bao chicken (also known as kung pao chicken), shui zu, and chili oil. 

Product Details: 

Size: 200g / 500g

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