Bake with Michelle Darmody: fruits of the chilli plant

The shiny, elongated fruits of the chilli plant can be used in many ways, mostly they are used in savoury cooking but they can add a kick and intense flavour to sweet baking as well.

Size is not an indication of strength when it comes to chillies, a tiny scotch bonnet can induce an extremely sharp burning taste, or a short and stout jalapeno can make your eyes water on first bite.