Cayenne pepper, also known as bird pepper, Guinea spice, and red pepper is slightly sweet and hot pepper in the Capsicum annuum species. Also included in the species are other well-known peppers such as jalapeño, bell pepper, and paprika. Sonoran Spice Cayenne Pepper Powder rates at over 50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) on the Scoville Heat Scale making it a medium to hot pepper. The flavor of the peppers is semi-sweet making it an ideal pepper for uses such as hot sauces and dry BBQ rubs. Suggested Uses: Cayenne pepper is an excellent choice when making hot sauces and dry rubs for its sweet and spicy flavor. It also can be used in any dish where an increase in the heat level is desired without compromising the overall flavor profile of the dish. We especially like adding just a dash of it on chicken breast, eggs, and vegetables. Add a teaspoon to fresh salsa, nachos, and tacos for an added kick. Sonoran Spice Cayenne Pepper Powder - 1 Kg More About the Cayenne Pepper Of course, the most common way to cook with this pepper is in its seasoning form. This seasoning is created after the pepper has been dried and ground into a fine powder. A bottle of the pepper’s seasoning originates in the pepper’s flesh and tiny seeds. What you may not know is the seasoning is popular in both savory and sweet dishes. Dark chocolate and cayenne are an especially magical combination! The two go together well in cookies, brownies, hot cocoa, and more.
