What is a Thai chili?

A Thai chili is a small, slim, very hot pepper, often called bird's eye chili. It is used in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cooking, in green or red form.

How hot is a Thai chili?

Thai chilies typically measure roughly 50,000 to 100,000 Scoville units, much hotter than a jalapeno. Use a few at a time and remove the seeds for less heat.

What can I substitute for Thai chili?

Serrano or Fresno peppers are common substitutes, though they are milder, so use more. Red pepper flakes or a chili paste such as sambal oelek also add heat.

How do you use Thai chilies?

Slice or pound Thai chilies into stir-fries, curries, soups such as tom yum, and dipping sauces such as prik nam pla (chilies in fish sauce). Wear gloves and wash your hands afterward.

How do you store Thai chilies?

Store fresh Thai chilies in the refrigerator wrapped in a paper towel in a bag, or freeze them whole. Frozen chilies, such as MV Frozen Red Chili, stay in the freezer until needed.

What is the difference between Thai chilies and xiaomi pepper?

Xiaomi pepper (xiaomi la) is a small, very hot Chinese chili similar to the Thai bird's eye chili. Weee! lists Thai Chilis Xiaomi Pepper, which matches both names.

Where can I buy Thai chilies near me?

You can order Thai chilies online from Weee!, including Thai Chilis Xiaomi Pepper, Thai Green Chili Peppers 1 lb and MV Frozen Red Chili. Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options.

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Top 5 products for Thai Chili

#1

Thai Chilis Xiaomi Pepper, 1 bag

Thai Chilis Xiaomi Pepper, 1 bag is a bag of small, very hot Thai-style chilies, also called xiaomi pepper. Use them in stir-fries, noodle dishes, and dipping sauces.

$3.99 - $7.49

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lonlon.ranch
It looks really fresh
weee.18026296
I finally got to make thai style seafood dipping sauce. so delicious.
Kate
A huge bag arrived, and these chilies are really big! They're much smaller than the small red chilies I used to buy, but they're incredibly fresh.
hildmir14
I love it!!!! Not the frozen one!!!!
viet969655
I bought them on sale and the peppers were so fresh; I regret not buying more.
dai.jingyu
Very fresh chili peppers! Fresher than Houfuzi!
momocart
These Thai red chilies are perfect for those who enjoy cooking spicy dishes. Adding a little to stir-fries, chili oil, dipping sauces, or noodles will significantly enhance the spiciness and aroma. Compared to using only dried chilies or chili powder, fresh chilies offer a unique flavor profile and have many uses.
WAWA
The chili peppers were very fresh, but I used one today and it wasn't spicy
張_CC
fresh and spicy
朱海静
The packaging was great, the product is good, and it's very convenient.

#2

Thai Green Chili Peppers 1 lb

Thai Green Chili Peppers 1 lb are fresh green Thai chilies for curries, stir-fries, and sauces. Slice thinly and add gradually, since the heat is strong.

$5.39 - $7.49

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Siddhardha
Fresh and good
weee.18591535
Good quality & quantity
weee.18136054
Order regularly
MeghRaval
Good quality
weee.17321383
Crazy amount and great quality! Love it.
Preetigarg.engg
This time it’s not that fresh but usually it is.
weee.18559583
Fresh and good
amiyamom26.ds
some came a little spoiled bruise broken but not that bad
paridhisingh072
Fresh! Love green chillies
weee.14876940
Bad. Didn’t like the quality. It was all soiled had to throw most of it

#3

Mini Spicy Green Chilies, 1 Bag 226 g

Mini Spicy Green Chilies, 1 Bag 226 g are small green chilies with a sharp heat. Chop them into salsas, noodle soups, and stir-fries for a spicy kick.

$2.99 - $4.99

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weee.17814503
No damage, well packed
weee.18576341
Good quality
weee.17453797
Good quantity
weee.7925579
Spicy chilli. Repeat order many times. Must have at home!
weee.9799623
It's a large bag, the freshness is good, and it's more cost-effective than in the supermarket.
Bhuvan Shivalingaiah
Good condition
Cappuccino
The portion is generous~ It is fresh and spicy.
mansidungrani13
Arrived very fresh
dhana1118
Good quantity
Kimmi
Freshness

#4

MV Frozen Red Chili

MV Frozen Red Chili are frozen red chilies that keep in the freezer for use whenever needed. Add them straight from the freezer to sauces, soups, curries, and stir-fries.

$1.49

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weee.8263837
is so spicy and good prices
SitiSastera
spicy ! but good quality
TiffanyEm
Nice and spicy .
Sam I
I didn't expect there to be so many chili peppers, they're really good.
Ladii
The product matches the advertisement from China; I hope it will be as spicy as Thai chili.
วรรณกานต์เงางาม
I bought this instead of Fresh one and it’s cheaper
Mackenzie
Each one was large, plump, and none were bad.
Tuyen
Chili peppers are very spicy.
Chep
Good packaging. Arrived frozen
weee.7271225
Great value and super convenient and the quality is excellent!

#5

Wei-Chuan Red Chilli, Frozen

Wei-Chuan Red Chilli, Frozen offers frozen red chilies for cooking without frequent shopping. Use them for dipping sauces, stir-fries, soups, and curries, and keep the rest frozen.

$2.79 - $3.29

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Chief K
It’s really spicy enough and still fresh
yijinchen2027
The stir-fried minced meat sauce was delicious and fragrant!
foreverkyo
The vegetables arrived fresh and in great condition.
mrtent1998
It is so surprising that they are selling pepper in wee at it arrives at frozen. Thanks weee!
Jennifer
This chili pepper is amazing! I've repurchased it many times.
yuanFang
Great, I like frozen bird's eye chilies.
yuanFang
I really like it, and the spiciness is also acceptable.
珺绒
This essential seasoning is a must-have for home cooking. One purchase lasts a long time, and you'll definitely want to order more when you run out.
Jennifer
Very fresh and delicious, I will buy it again.
Matthew
Looks good. Hopefully not too spicy.

Popular recipes

Pad Kra Pao (Thai Basil Stir-Fry)

Pound Thai chilies and garlic, stir-fry with ground pork or chicken, and finish with holy basil and a glug of fish sauce. Serve over rice with a fried egg.

Prik Nam Pla (Chilies in Fish Sauce)

Slice Thai chilies into fish sauce with garlic and lime juice. The prik nam pla is a standard Thai table condiment for rice and noodles.

Tom Yum Soup

Tom yum is a hot and sour Thai soup flavored with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and bruised Thai chilies. Add shrimp or mushrooms and finish with lime.

Som Tam (Green Papaya Salad)

Pound Thai chilies and garlic in a mortar, then toss shredded green papaya, tomato, and peanuts with lime and fish sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Thai chili?
A Thai chili is a small, slim, very hot pepper, often called bird's eye chili. It is used in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian cooking, in green or red form.
What can I substitute for Thai chili?
Serrano or Fresno peppers are common substitutes, though they are milder, so use more. Red pepper flakes or a chili paste such as sambal oelek also add heat.
How do you store Thai chilies?
Store fresh Thai chilies in the refrigerator wrapped in a paper towel in a bag, or freeze them whole. Frozen chilies, such as MV Frozen Red Chili, stay in the freezer until needed.
Where can I buy Thai chilies near me?
You can order Thai chilies online from Weee!, including Thai Chilis Xiaomi Pepper, Thai Green Chili Peppers 1 lb and MV Frozen Red Chili. Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options.

How hot is a Thai chili?
Thai chilies typically measure roughly 50,000 to 100,000 Scoville units, much hotter than a jalapeno. Use a few at a time and remove the seeds for less heat.
How do you use Thai chilies?
Slice or pound Thai chilies into stir-fries, curries, soups such as tom yum, and dipping sauces such as prik nam pla (chilies in fish sauce). Wear gloves and wash your hands afterward.
What is the difference between Thai chilies and xiaomi pepper?
Xiaomi pepper (xiaomi la) is a small, very hot Chinese chili similar to the Thai bird's eye chili. Weee! lists Thai Chilis Xiaomi Pepper, which matches both names.

lonlon.ranch
It looks really fresh
weee.18026296
I finally got to make thai style seafood dipping sauce. so delicious.
Kate
A huge bag arrived, and these chilies are really big! They're much smaller than the small red chilies I used to buy, but they're incredibly fresh.
hildmir14
I love it!!!! Not the frozen one!!!!
viet969655
I bought them on sale and the peppers were so fresh; I regret not buying more.
dai.jingyu
Very fresh chili peppers! Fresher than Houfuzi!
momocart
These Thai red chilies are perfect for those who enjoy cooking spicy dishes. Adding a little to stir-fries, chili oil, dipping sauces, or noodles will significantly enhance the spiciness and aroma. Compared to using only dried chilies or chili powder, fresh chilies offer a unique flavor profile and have many uses.
WAWA
The chili peppers were very fresh, but I used one today and it wasn't spicy
張_CC
fresh and spicy
朱海静
The packaging was great, the product is good, and it's very convenient.
Siddhardha
Fresh and good
weee.18591535
Good quality & quantity
weee.18136054
Order regularly
MeghRaval
Good quality
weee.17321383
Crazy amount and great quality! Love it.
Preetigarg.engg
This time it’s not that fresh but usually it is.
weee.18559583
Fresh and good
amiyamom26.ds
some came a little spoiled bruise broken but not that bad
paridhisingh072
Fresh! Love green chillies
weee.14876940
Bad. Didn’t like the quality. It was all soiled had to throw most of it
weee.17814503
No damage, well packed
weee.18576341
Good quality
weee.17453797
Good quantity
weee.7925579
Spicy chilli. Repeat order many times. Must have at home!
weee.9799623
It's a large bag, the freshness is good, and it's more cost-effective than in the supermarket.
Bhuvan Shivalingaiah
Good condition
Cappuccino
The portion is generous~ It is fresh and spicy.
mansidungrani13
Arrived very fresh
dhana1118
Good quantity
Kimmi
Freshness
weee.8263837
is so spicy and good prices
SitiSastera
spicy ! but good quality
TiffanyEm
Nice and spicy .
Sam I
I didn't expect there to be so many chili peppers, they're really good.
Ladii
The product matches the advertisement from China; I hope it will be as spicy as Thai chili.
วรรณกานต์เงางาม
I bought this instead of Fresh one and it’s cheaper
Mackenzie
Each one was large, plump, and none were bad.
Tuyen
Chili peppers are very spicy.
Chep
Good packaging. Arrived frozen
weee.7271225
Great value and super convenient and the quality is excellent!
Chief K
It’s really spicy enough and still fresh
yijinchen2027
The stir-fried minced meat sauce was delicious and fragrant!
foreverkyo
The vegetables arrived fresh and in great condition.
mrtent1998
It is so surprising that they are selling pepper in wee at it arrives at frozen. Thanks weee!
Jennifer
This chili pepper is amazing! I've repurchased it many times.
yuanFang
Great, I like frozen bird's eye chilies.
yuanFang
I really like it, and the spiciness is also acceptable.
珺绒
This essential seasoning is a must-have for home cooking. One purchase lasts a long time, and you'll definitely want to order more when you run out.
Jennifer
Very fresh and delicious, I will buy it again.
Matthew
Looks good. Hopefully not too spicy.