Teja or S17 is one of the hottest varieties of red chillies produced in India. The chilli is known and liked across the country for its fierce hot flavor and rich aroma. Southern India is the main region of Teja or S17 red chilli production. The popularity of Teja dried red chillies crosses all the boundaries as spice lovers all over the world are fond of this red chilli variant because of its hot tingling taste and eye-watering peppery flavor.