Cayenne Pepper Powder

Also Known As : Cayenne powder

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a moderate hot, spicy taste.

Usage Tips

Store cayenne pepper powder in airtight spice containers.
Cayenne pepper powder can be added to meats, pickles, seafood, hot sauces, casseroles, curries, and seasoning blends.
It can be added to egg dishes such as omelets, deviled eggs, and soufflés. It can also be sprinkled over a tomato and onion salad.

Description

Cayenne pepper is a moderately hot chili pepper in the family Capsicum annuum. They are red-colored peppers, 10 to 25 cm long often with a curved tip and rippled skin. Cayenne peppers can be dehydrated at 135 degrees F for at least 5 hours until they are completely dried. Cayenne Pepper Powder is the ground form of dried cayenne peppers. They are ground to fine, red powder in a spice blender. Cayenne pepper powder is used to enhance the flavour of the dishes.

Selection Guide

Look for completely dried and crisp chillies to make cayenne pepper powder at home. When buying in packaged form, check for its expiry date to confirm its freshness.

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