Aleppo pepper crushed

The crisp red Aleppo pepper has a slight pungency and a full, fruity aroma. It is excellent with braised lamb, minced meat and bean dishes and is often used as a topping for creams and vegetables.

€2.50

(€62.50* / 1kg)

Content: 40 g (€6.25 / 100 g)

Product number: 12432040

Product information "Aleppo pepper"

also: aleppo chile, aleppo pepper, aleppo chile, halaby pepper

Description:
Aleppo pepper is a relatively mild chile variety originally cultivated in large quantities around the northern Syrian city and used throughout the Middle East. The nickname "pepper" is due to the translation from American cookbooks (Chili Pepper) in which the chili is very often mentioned. In Europe, this variety has been almost unavailable.

The strong red colored chili has a moderate pungency and a distinct fruity aroma. It goes excellently with braised lamb dishes, swoie minced meat and bean dishes and is often used as a topping for creams and vegetable pastes. Also works very well as a table condiment to add spice.

Usage:
Use Aleppo pepper to taste. Ideally add in the last third or for re-seasoning.

Known dishes:
Acuka, muhammara, ful medames, lamb kofte.

Aroma/Taste:
Slightly spicy, very fruity

Spiciness level:
4 (10) | 10,000 Scoville (SHU).

Harmonizes with:
Garlic, cumin, oregano, thyme.

Origin:
Turkey