Yellow Habanero Fermented Chilli Mash | Gusa - Only The Best

Gusa Yellow Habanero Chilli Mash
Only Two Ingredients. Only the Best.

Gusa—meaning “Only” in Kinyarwanda—is more than a name. It’s our promise. One variety. Two ingredients. Grown, crafted, and perfected in Rwanda. Pure chilli. Pure flavour. Only the best.

What Is Gusa Yellow Habanero Chilli Mash?

Gusa  Yellow Habanero Chilli Mash is a bold, simple product — naturally fermented, made at the source in Rwanda, and crafted from 95% fresh Yellow Habanero chillies and 5% salt. There is no vinegar, no artificial preservatives, just clean, concentrated heat.

People love our products for their simplicity - something we've worked on tirelessly for 15 years or more.

What Makes Gusa Unique?

✅ Seed to Sauce Control – We grow our chillies from seed on our farms, using sustainable farming practices, and oversee every step from harvest to production.

✅ Pure & Simple – Only two ingredients: Yellow Habanero chillies and salt.

✅ Naturally Fermented – Lacto-fermentation enhances flavour complexity, delivering rich, tangy, umami-packed heat.

✅ Pasteurised for Freshness – Shelf-stable with no vinegar or additives, just bold, preserved flavour.

✅ Sustainably Made at Source – Chillies are mashed the same day they’re picked. No air freight. No waste. Any off-cuts go straight into compost and back into the soil.

✅ Empowering Local Producers – Each jerrycan supports skilled jobs in Rwanda. Our team is trained in food hygiene, fermentation, and safe production, creating long-term opportunity and impact.

How to Use Gusa Chilli Mash

🔥 Replace Fresh Chillies – One spoonful gives all the flavour and fire you need.

🔥 Perfect for Sauces – Build bold heat into hot sauces, BBQ glazes, or salsas.

🔥 Ideal for Marinades – Mix with oil, garlic, and herbs for a punchy kick.

🔥 Spice Up Any Dish – Stir into soups, stews, dips, or dressings for rich depth.

A Decade of Fermentation Expertise

With over 10 years of experience in fermentation, we’ve mastered a process that naturally preserves and intensifies flavour. Lacto-fermentation breaks down natural sugars to create an unmatched umami profile and balanced acidity—there is no need for vinegar and never a compromise on taste.

Gusa is crafted with care, character, and purpose from seed to sauce. It’s not just chilli mash—it’s the future of flavour.

🔥 Gusa Yellow Habanero Chilli Mash. Only two ingredients. Only the best.