Are red chillies hotter than green ones?
This really depends on the variety – The change of colour of the chilli from green to red as it ripens does affects the flavour of the chilli more than the heat. As the sugar content increases the chilli becomes red, much the same as a tomato, and the flavour evolves and becomes sweeter. It is true that the first few chillies on a plant may not pack as much heat as subsequent chillies. Also, if you bite into an immature chilli you may find that it doesnt have as much, or any, heat.
