Edayur chilli

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Edayur chilli
Species Capsicum annuum
Origin Kerala, India
Scoville scale 1968 [1] SHU

The Edayur chilli is a variety of chilli mainly grown in the Indian state of Kerala. [2] The Edayur chilli is a local cultivar primarily grown in specific regions of Malappuram district, Kerala, India. Specifically, it is cultivated in the panchayaths of Edayur, Athavanad, Marakkara, Irimbiliyam, Kalpakanchery, and Valanchery within the Valanchery block, as well as Moorkanad and Kuruva panchayaths within the Angadippuram block.

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Name

It is named after its place of origin, the village of Edayoor. According to documents available in the Edayur Grama Panchayath, the cultivation of Edayur chilli in the region dates back at least 150 years. [3]

Local name

It is known as Edayur mulaku. Mulaku in Malayalam means chilli.

Description

Cultivation

The Edayur chilli's traditional cultivation grounds include hills, hillocks, and lateritic fields.

Physical characteristics

Its physical appearance is marked by drooping, solitary berries with a moderately triangular shape with a smooth surface.

Pungency and Usage

The Edayur chilli is primarily utilized to create a traditional Kerala delicacy called "Kondattom," or sun-dried curd chillies. These dried Kondattom Mulaku can be stored for several months, retaining their distinct flavor. When fried, Kondattom serves as a delectable side dish, paired with curd, making it a simple yet delightful accompaniment to meals. [4]

Geographical indication

It was awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) status tag from the Geographical Indications Registry under the Union Government of India on 14/09/2021 (valid until 02/10/2029). [5]

Edayoor Chilli Grovers Association (ECGA) from Edayur, proposed the GI registration of Edayur Chilli. After filing the application in October 2019, the chilli was granted the GI tag in 2021 by the Geographical Indication Registry in Chennai, making the name "Edayur Chilli" exclusive to the chilies grown in the region. It thus became the first chilli variety from Kerala after Khola Chilli and the 34th type of goods from Kerala to earn the GI tag. Kuttiattoor Mango from the Kannur district of Kerala received GI tag at the same time. [6]

See also

Notes

  1. "Edayur Chilli - GI Application No. 662" (PDF). GOVERNMENT OF INDIA GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS JOURNAL NO. 137 MAY 29, 2020: 22. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  2. "The many shades of red". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  3. "Edayur Chilli - GI Application No. 662" (PDF). GOVERNMENT OF INDIA GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS JOURNAL NO. 137 MAY 29, 2020: 18. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  4. "GI tag for Kerala's Kuttiattoor mango & Edayur chilli". The Times of India. 10 October 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  5. "Geographical Indications Intellectual Property India" . Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  6. "Kuttiattoor mango and Edayur chilli gets GI tags". The Times of India. 4 October 2021. Retrieved 25 October 2024.

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