Crunchy & Fiery Red Chilli Flakes (دارا مرچ / Dara Mirch) – Large Pack for Everyday Heat | Capsaicin‑Rich Spice for Metabolism & Heart Health

Welcome to Spices.pk, your most trusted source for 100% organic, chemical‑free spices and superfoods. Our premium Red Chilli Flakes – Dara Mirch (دارا مرچ / Kuti Lal Mirch) are made from sun‑dried, high‑quality red chillies, carefully crushed into vibrant, coarse flakes. Sourced from the finest organic farms and packed fresh in Pakistan, these fiery flakes add essential texture, colour, and a spicy kick to daily Pakistani cooking – from pizzas and pastas to curries, biryanis, and stir‑fries. The active compound capsaicin boosts metabolism (increasing fat burning by up to 15%), supports heart health, and offers anti‑inflammatory benefits. Nutritionally, 100g provides 360‑380 kcal, 144mg vitamin C (160% DV), 9,500 IU vitamin A (190% DV), 10mg iron (56% DV), 2,100mg potassium (60% DV). Our flakes have a Scoville heat rating of 30,000‑50,000 SHU – moderately hot with a satisfying crunch. This economical large pack is perfect for families, restaurants, and regular home cooks who love the texture and heat of chilli flakes. Whether you sprinkle them on pizza, stir them into curries, or add them to chutneys, our premium Dara Mirch delivers unmatched colour, crunch, and wellness – straight from Pakistan's own chilli‑growing heartland, Kunri (one of Asia's largest red chilli markets).

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What are Red Chilli Flakes (دارا مرچ / Dara Mirch)?

Red Chilli Flakes (دارا مرچ / Dara Mirch), also known as crushed red pepper or hot pepper flakes, are the crushed bits of dried, ripe red chillies. They are made primarily from cayenne peppers (Capsicum annuum), which rank between 30,000 and 50,000 on the Scoville scale, making them moderately hot. Unlike chilli powder, which is finely ground, chilli flakes retain their coarse texture, adding a delightful crunch and a beautiful visual pop of red to any dish. In Pakistan, they are known as Dara Mirch (دڑا مرچ) or Kuti Lal Mirch (کٹی لال مرچ), and have become essential for sprinkling over pizzas, pasta, stir‑fries, biryanis, and marinades.

Nutritional profile per 100g of red chilli flakes: approximately 360‑380 kcal, 53g carbohydrates, 12g protein, 15g fat, 10mg iron (56% DV), 144mg vitamin C (160% DV), 9,500 IU vitamin A (190% DV), and 2,100mg potassium (60% DV). They are also an excellent source of dietary fibre and powerful antioxidants. The key bioactive compound is capsaicin (0.1‑0.5%), responsible for the heat and most health benefits.

This large pack is designed for families who cook Pakistani food daily, for restaurants and dhabas, and for those who love the texture and heat of chilli flakes in everything from pizza to biryani. Whether you live in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, or any other city in Pakistan, our premium large pack of organic red chilli flakes delivers unmatched colour, crunch, and nutritional potency – from the fertile fields of Sindh's Kunri region, which contributes around 85% of Pakistan's red chillies.

A Spice With Global & Pakistani Heritage – From Mexico to Kunri

Red chilli flakes have a fascinating history that began in the Americas, where chillies were first domesticated in Mexico over 6,000 years ago, with the first known records of domesticated chilli originating from Middle America dating back to 7,500 BC. Following Christopher Columbus's voyages in the late 15th century, chillies were introduced to Europe and quickly spread across the globe via Portuguese and Spanish traders. Credit for popularising crushed red pepper flakes in Western cuisine is often given to southern Italians, who began adding them to pasta, pizza, and sauces in the 19th century before Italian immigrants brought the tradition to the United States.

In the Indian subcontinent, chillies were introduced by Portuguese traders in the 16th century and were embraced so thoroughly that they became an essential part of regional cuisines within a few generations. Today, chilli peppers are one of the most widely consumed spices in the world. India is the world's largest producer, consumer, and exporter of red chillies, followed by China, Mexico, Peru, Thailand, and Pakistan. Pakistan produces over 144,000 tonnes of red chillies annually, with Sindh contributing about 80% of national production. The chilli‑producing cluster in Sindh, particularly around the town of Kunri in Umerkot district, is considered one of Asia's largest red chilli trading markets, contributing around 85% of Pakistan's red chillies.

In Ayurveda and Unani medicine, red chillies are used to stimulate digestion, improve blood circulation, and as a natural analgesic for joint pain. Spices.pk is proud to bring this fiery, globally cherished spice to your table in its purest, most authentic organic form – sourced from Pakistan's own chilli heartlands, now in a convenient large pack.