EU organic certified.
Four of our spices carry the EU organic seal - audited annually by Ecocert Deutschland GmbH (DE-ÖKO-005), from cultivation to packing at origin in Jaffna.
SINGLE-ORIGIN · DIRECT FROM SRI LANKA
Chilli Flakes from Sri Lanka
7,95 €
- 100% deseeded chili flakes
- Medium heat with a fruity aroma
- Seedless. More flavor, less heat.
- Fairly and directly sourced from Sri Lanka
- Lab-tested & aroma-proof packaging
- In stock · ships within 24 hrs on business days
- Free shipping from 30 € within Germany
- 14-day right of return
- No added flavourings · no anti-caking agents
Fast delivery · DPD or DHL
Description
Chilli Flakes from Sri Lanka - processed without stems and with few seeds. Unlike the finely milled chilli powder, our chilli flakes retain the characteristic fruit structure and release their heat progressively - perfect for pizza, pasta, Asian wok dishes and any food in which pieces of chilli should remain visible. Our partner families grow the chilli plants in Sri Lanka's tropical climate and dry the fruits traditionally in the sun.
Flavour profile & taste
Fruity and hot with sweet notes and a slightly smoky depth. Sri Lankan chilli from traditional cultivation brings more complex aromas than mainstream industrial produce - the slow, gentle drying preserves the fruity aromas, while the seeds that remain provide a characteristic spiciness.
Origin
Our chilli fruits grow in the traditional growing regions of our partner families in Sri Lanka. The plants (Capsicum annuum) are cultivated by hand in a tropical climate - the ripe red fruits are harvested by hand at optimum ripeness, washed and gently dried on wooden trays. The dried fruits are then coarsely crushed into flakes and packed on site in sealed packaging.
Quality assurance: We rely on rapid drying, dry storage and controlled processing. We only communicate specific laboratory or batch evidence where it is available for the goods in question.
Use
Chilli flakes are the universal form with visible pieces of chilli:
- Pizza seasoning: 1 tsp per finished pizza for sprinkling - a typical Italian tradition
- Pasta aglio e olio: ½ tsp while sweating garlic in olive oil - a classic southern Italian pasta
- Asian wok dishes: 1-2 tsp in stir-fries with garlic, ginger and soy sauce
- Sri Lankan curry: 1-2 tsp flakes in curries and sambols for authentic Sri Lankan flavour
- BBQ marinades: 1 tsp in marinades for spicy barbecue food - the flakes cling well to the meat
Dosage: ½-1 tsp per portion depending on heat tolerance. Better to start sparingly.
Tip from traditional cooking: Sweat chilli flakes briefly in hot oil - this releases the fat-soluble aromatic compounds better. But be careful: do not heat for too long, otherwise they turn bitter.
Quality
- Careful processing - rapid drying, dry storage and controlled processing
- Stems removed, processed with few seeds - pure chilli flake quality
- 100% Sri Lanka chilli (Capsicum annuum) - single-origin from traditional cultivation
- Classic gentle drying - preserves fruity aroma and heat structure
- Hand-harvested and packed as a single variety in Sri Lanka - no mixing with goods of other origins
- Straight from our smallholder families - no anonymous wholesale
Ingredients & nutrition
Ingredients: Chilli (Capsicum annuum), dried and crushed into flakes (100%).
Origin: Sri Lanka.
Note: We only communicate product- and batch-specific evidence if it is available for the goods concerned.
Allergens: none.
Recipes
Pasta aglio e olio with Sri Lanka chilli flakes
Serves 2, preparation time: 12 minutes
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti
- 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- ½ tsp Chilli Flakes from Sri Lanka
- 4 tbsp good olive oil
- Salt, freshly grated Parmesan
- Optional: fresh parsley
Method
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente in plenty of salted water
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and sweat the garlic over a medium heat for 1 minute
- Add the chilli flakes and let them infuse for 30 seconds
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving a little of the pasta water
- Add the pasta to the pan, bind with the pasta water and sprinkle with Parmesan
Note: With Sri Lanka chilli flakes, start with a measured amount of heat - they are more intense than the usual Italian peperoncino.
Responsibility & production
Responsible food business operator:
MrCOLOMBO
Owner: Janathan Rajakumar
Rheinstr. 32
64283 Darmstadt
From the field into your kitchen
Straight from our fields in Sri Lanka
OUR PROMISE
Quality without compromise.
Four quality standards we consistently uphold. So you know what ends up in your kitchen.
FSSC 22000-certified packing.
Our packing partner facility in Sri Lanka is FSSC 22000-certified - an internationally recognised standard for food safety across all processing in the country of origin.
Direct from our smallholder families.
No middlemen. We buy directly from our smallholder families in Jaffna and the central region of Sri Lanka - through local partner cooperatives on site.
Single origin.
Every spice from one defined region of Sri Lanka - 100 % single-variety, never blended with other origins.
Where our spice really grows.
Our spices come directly from smallholder partner families in Sri Lanka. The plants grow under the tropical sun in mineral-rich soils - cultivated the traditional way, harvested by hand and dried single-variety.
We know our partners personally. What arrives with us has a story - from cultivation in Sri Lanka to the shelf in Darmstadt.
Sri Lankan highlands
Traditional cultivation
Direct from Sri Lanka
How our spice comes to be.
Cultivation, processing and packing happen in Sri Lanka. We bring the fully packed goods to Darmstadt and send them to you.
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In the fields of Sri Lanka
In our partner families' growing area in Sri Lanka, the chilli fruits (Capsicum annuum) ripen under the tropical sun. Harvested by hand at optimum ripeness, washed and gently dried the traditional way on wooden trays.
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Processing in Sri Lanka
At our partner facility in Sri Lanka, the dried fruits are coarsely crushed into flakes and then finally packed in sealed packaging with an aroma-protecting inner lining.
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about Chilli Flakes from Sri Lanka
Everything worth knowing about the heat, use, quality and storage of MrCOLOMBO chilli flakes.
Red chili flakes are perfect for a wide range of savory dishes. Use them in curries, sauces, pasta, roasted vegetables, rice dishes, marinades, or dips.
They also work great as a finishing touch on pizza or bowls, adding not just heat, but extra depth and character.
They also work great as a finishing touch on pizza or bowls, adding not just heat, but extra depth and character.
Start with a small pinch and build up gradually. Even a small amount can add noticeable warmth and spice.
If you are cooking for more people or prefer stronger heat, simply increase the amount step by step.
If you are cooking for more people or prefer stronger heat, simply increase the amount step by step.
Chili from Sri Lanka is known for its intense aroma and distinctive heat. The tropical climate, soil conditions, and careful processing create flakes that deliver more than just spice.
They bring real depth, character, and a richer flavor compared to standard products.
They bring real depth, character, and a richer flavor compared to standard products.
How to store red chili flakes properly?
We do not recommend chilli flakes for small children under 3 years. For older children, use very sparingly and pay attention to individual heat tolerance. Pregnant and breastfeeding women can consume chilli flakes in normal food quantities.
The best-before date (BBD) is always printed on the label on the back of the packaging - that is where you will find the binding date for your batch. For the full flavour, it is best to store the chilli flakes in a cool, dry place away from light in the resealable original packaging.
The best-before date is always printed on the label on the back of the pack - that is where the binding value for your batch is stated. For full aroma, store the spices cool, dry and protected from light in the original packaging.
Shipped on business days within 24 h from our warehouse in Darmstadt by DPD or DHL - depending on capacity. Delivery time Germany: 2-4 business days.
We buy directly from the smallholder families of Sri Lanka, organised through local partner cooperatives. Packing takes place in the country of origin, Sri Lanka, not in Europe. Packing at origin keeps the value where the spices grow and makes for a shorter, transparent chain. At MrCOLOMBO there is no anonymous supply chain.
Four of our classics (organic turmeric powder, organic moringa powder, organic lemongrass powder and organic lemongrass cut) are certified under EU Organic Regulation (EU) 2018/848 (DE-ÖKO-005, Ecocert Deutschland GmbH). Not every variety is organic certified; the labelling and details on the respective product page are authoritative.
14-day right of withdrawal, no ifs or buts (German Civil Code, BGB §355). Unopened packaging receives a full refund. In the event of quality defects we send a free replacement or refund the purchase price.
