Siling Labuyo can be used in both raw and cooked applications such as stir-frying, frying, and sautéing. When showcased fresh, the peppers can be finely chopped and used to flavor sauces, gravies, salsas, and marinades, or they can be halved and tossed into soups, stews, and curries for added heat. Siling Labuyo are also popularly used in stir-fries, noodle dishes, and salads, or the peppers are ground with a mortar and pestle.