Having its origin in the Mexico region of South America, Chillies have been part of the Human Diet from over 7500 BC. This HOT Spice has not only Culinary Uses but also medicinal use, In May 28, 1498, Chili was brought to India by the Portuguese explorer Vasco-da-Gama. Do u know what makes our chillies Hot - Capsaicin, which is measured in Scoville Heat Unit, More the SHU the Hotter the pepper is.