Dried Cayenne Peppers - Whole or Chopped

Depending on availability, the peppers could come whole or chopped, with no guarantees. Cayenne pepper, a medium-hot seasoning usually rated at 30,000 to 50,000 Scoville units, is an important ingredient in cuisine around the world. Made from dried hot red chili peppers, it can be used to add a spicy punch in various dishes.

The red pepper (Cayenne) is the ripened, dried pod of the Capsicum Frutescens, part of the capsicum family of spices that includes sweet, or bell, pepper, paprika, and jalapeño chilies. The dried pepper is available ground or whole, and its orange-red to deep-red color is due to the main constituent, capsaicin, which produces the hot taste.

Cayenne pepper is a great all-around seasoning with a fantastic flavor profile. It is ground to a fine powder, and a ground version is also available, which is excellent for dishes where you want a strong spicy flavor without the presence of large bits.

The peppers are hand-harvested, dried, and packaged in resealable airtight bags, with each bag individually labeled. Use cayenne pepper to make a hot salsa, spicy soup, or a blazing house sauce for hot wings. It is a favorite with aficionados of spicy dishes, and its great flavor profile makes it a versatile ingredient in cuisine worldwide.

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