Both dried and fresh chillies are used in Burma. When serving dishes that are self-assembled, such as Burmese noodle salad (let thote sone), a small dish of chopped fresh chillies is served to add extra heat for those who want it. Choose from a variety of red or green chillies to suit your taste.
Chilli powder, paprika
Supermarkets, Asian stores
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