Chillies.. Oh.. Chillies..! Poem by Vidya Pandarinath

Long, small, thin, wrinkled, curved, round;
Cherry-shaped, stouter, conical, bell;
Strong and pungent smell;
Distinct colours with unique flavours renowned.

Green, red, yellow, black, brown, orange, purple.. earthly lot;
Spicy, pungent, fruity, smoky, sweet;
Sense of both bliss and pain..oh absolute treat;
Smooth, glossy, mild to super hot.

Numerous varieties, wide variations in its taste;
Kashmiri ​​, Guntur, Byadgi prominent sort;
Bhut Jolokia, Jwala Kanthari, known for its fieriness in the world;
Used in almost all fine cuisines, piquant based.

Cuisines is complete with its addition tastes so nice;
Chillies..hot, smoky, earthy to fruity flavour;
Fresh or dried, powdered or paste, simple savour;
Chilli sprinklers, flakes, garnish..oh exotic sizzling spice.

Makes nose more runny;
Tears rolling down the eyes;
Such is the effect of hot chillies..it will mesmerize;
Enhances the essence of the dish..oh yummy.!

Just a pinch gives a appetizing aroma precise;
Sambar, chutney, curry, papad.. all across;
Pizza, fritter, pickles, soups, sauce, !
Seasonings, tempering..oh the Queen of Spices.

Chilies essential component blended in the daily food;
Recipes sweet, spicy, tangy, perfectly balanced to cook;
Giving the dish a rich, vibrant look;
Versatile... dash of it instantly changes the attitude...!