07/09/2026
🌶️ Pepper of the Day: Thai Kali Mitch 🌶️
Don’t let its small size fool you—the Thai Kali Mitch packs an incredible punch! These slender peppers ripen from deep purple to brilliant red, creating a beautiful display on compact, highly productive plants. With a heat level of 50,000–100,000 SHU, they deliver the bold, clean heat that makes Thai peppers famous around the world.
This variety is perfect for anyone who loves authentic Asian cuisine or wants a pepper that brings both ornamental beauty and outstanding flavor to the garden.
🌱 Flavor Profile
🌶️ Bright, clean heat with subtle citrus notes and a slightly smoky finish. The heat builds quickly but doesn’t overwhelm the pepper’s fresh, vibrant flavor.
🌿 Plant Overview
• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Heat: 50,000–100,000 SHU
• Plant Height: 2–3 feet
• Days to Harvest: 70–80 days
• Production: Extremely productive, with dozens of slender peppers ripening from purple to red throughout the season.
🍽️ Popular Uses
• Thai stir-fries
• Fried rice
• Curries
• Soups and noodle dishes
• Fresh salsa
• Drying into chili flakes or powder
🍴 Everyday Recipe Spotlight
Thai Kali Mitch Basil Beef Stir-Fry
Ingredients
* 1 lb thinly sliced sirloin or flank steak
* 1 small Thai Kali Mitch pepper, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
* 1 red bell pepper, sliced
* 1 cup snap peas
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 2 tablespoons soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
* 1 teaspoon brown sugar
* 1 cup fresh Thai basil
* Cooked jasmine rice
Directions
1. Heat a skillet or wok over high heat with a little cooking oil.
2. Cook the beef until browned and remove from the pan.
3. Stir-fry the garlic, Thai Kali Mitch pepper, bell pepper, and snap peas for 2–3 minutes.
4. Return the beef to the pan and add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar.
5. Toss in the Thai basil and cook for another 30 seconds.
6. Serve immediately over hot jasmine rice.
The fresh basil and crisp vegetables balance the pepper’s bold heat, creating a flavorful meal that’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
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