Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne Pepper is a pure ground chilli powder, also known as red pepper.

Uses in the Kitchen
Used in a wide range of dishes where heat is required.

Origins
Early Spanish explorers found Red Pepper pods in the Caribbean while looking for true pepper berries. In innocent confusion or perhaps to save face, the Spaniards named their discovery "pepper." There is no relationship between the capsicum pods and the true pepper berries, but the misnomer "pepper" has stuck

Flavour & Aroma
A hot, fiery taste and pungent aroma.

Available in
390g

Colour
Orange-red to deep red

Selected Recipes with Cayenne Pepper: