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Cayenne Pepper
A fine powder milled from dried cayenne chillies, a hot cultivar of Capsicum annuum. Seeds, flesh, and ribs are ground together.
Origin
The pepper is associated with Cayenne in French Guiana and is now grown in many hot climates.
Flavour
Sharp, clean heat with a little fruit.
How to use it
Pinch it into sauces, rubs, and batters. It blooms in hot fat.
Storage
Airtight and dark, away from the stove.
Recipes using it
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