Description

Aleppo pepper is also known as Halaby pepper, has a robust brick-red colour and is grown around the city of Aleppo in northwestern Syria, just south of the Turkish border. This happens to be a variety of Capsicum annul. and is the preferred capsicum for adding a hint of the Mediterranean flavour and fragrance. This is basically a pod that when ripens to a burgundy colour and is dried partially, and then de-seeded. Once de-seeded, it is coarsely ground. It derives its name from the ancient city along the silk route in northern Syria and is cultivated throughout Syria and Turkey. It has a very similar flavour to that of the ancho chile, and has a hint of cumin and has a fragrance that draws resemblance to sundried tomatoes. Aleppo pepper is moderately spicy in flavour.

Health benefits

• As it is rich in antioxidants and vitamin A it protects the cornea and prevents the dryness of eyes. Thus it helps in protecting the vision. It happens to be a great source of vitamin A, which is quite beneficial for eyes.⁽¹⁾
• It acts as an immunity booster, as the red bright pepper showcases the presence of the beta carotene that happens to be an immunity booster. It is also high on vitamin C, which plays an essential role in building a healthy defense mechanism of the body.⁽¹⁾
• It helps in aiding relief to inflammation related to asthma and arthritis.⁽²⁾
• It helps in maintaining a healthy digestive system and accelerate the metabolism rate.⁽²⁾

Selection Guide

It is available in both powdered and flake form and is easily available at any supermarket. Therefore, at the time of purchase, it should be kept in mind that it should be dry and should not be damped. It should possess a deep red burgundy colour with a bright fruity smell.