Capsicum annuum

Cayenne pepper is a slender elongated chili pepper, green or red in color, measuring 6-15 cm in length.

In our regions, in its ground form, it is known as cayenne pepper. Cayenne pepper is one of the most popular peppers in the Western Hemisphere, and it got its name from the city of Cayenne in French Guiana, where it originated.

HEAT: 30,000-50,000 SHU (moderate)

FLAVOR

This chili pepper is known for its strong spicy taste with floral notes and undertones that give it a characteristic flavor.

PURCHASE AND STORAGE

Cayenne pepper can be used fresh, although it is a bit harder to find fresh outside the areas where it grows. Store dried and in powder form in a closed and dry place.

CAYENNE PEPPER - COOKING

Cayenne pepper is typically used as a dry spice obtained by drying and grinding peppers or from pulp that is baked into a cake and later ground to obtain the final product - cayenne pepper.

It is used to season various egg dishes (stuffed eggs, omelets, soufflés), seafood, and fish dishes, as well as meat dishes, stews. It can also be used for spicy sauces and curries, as well as cheeses.

In Mexican cuisine, it is used in enchiladas, meat sauces, and dips, and it has become popular worldwide, being used from Mediterranean to Asian cuisine.