Chili Flakes

4.7 (100) · € 2.50 · En Stock

Shop organic chili flakes at Mountain Rose Herbs. Our Capsicum annuum red chili flakes have a welcoming spice perfect for adding heat to any dish. Available in retail and bulk sizes.
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Gochugaru Chile Flakes are an Asian ingredient made from red chile peppers that are dried and ground into coarse flakes. It is one of the most popular ingredients in Korean cooking, with a sweet, sharp taste and moderate heat. Gochugaru Chile Flakes are commonly used in Kimchi. Heat rating is based on the region and farming conditions of the pepper.