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Straight From France - Espelette Pepper Powder From France (1.06Oz)
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Description
Description
Espelette Pepper Powder (Piment Despelette In French) Is A Fruity And Delicate Pepper With A Medium-Low Rating On The Scoville Scale. All Natural, This Red Pepper Is Gluten Free, Vegan And Non Gmo. Dried Then Crushed Into A Fine Powder, Espelette Pepper Powder Has A Mild (Much Milder Than Cayenne Pepper Or Ghost Pepper For Example But A Little Hotter Than Poblano Or Ancho Pepper) Yet Aromatic Flavor And A Bright Red Color. Espelette Pepper Was Introduced In France From The New World Around The 16Th Century. After First Being Used Medicinally, It Has Since Become Popular For Preparing Condiments And For The Conservation Of Meat And Ham. Now Only Grown In Southwest France, It Is A Staple In Basque Cooking, Where It Has Gradually Replaced Black Pepper And Is Used In A Variety Of Preparations For Its Taste But Also For Its Color. This Ground Pepper Can Be Used In Dished Such As Beef And Veal Ragout, Pork Filets, Three-Bean Chili, Omlets, Stews, Soups, Gratins And Many More. Some Even Use It In Chocolate Truffle Recipes! It Can Also Be Used To Make Spice Blends Like Ras El Hanout. Aop Espelette Peppers Are Exclusively Cultivated In Southwestern France, In The Following Towns: Ainhoa, Cambo-Les-Bains, Espelette, Halsou, Itxassou, Jatxou, Larressore, Saint-P E-Sur-Nivelle, Sourade, And Ustaritz. Espelette Pepper Is Traditionally Harvested Each Year During Late Summer. An Annual Pepper Festival, Attracting Over 20,000 Tourists, Is Held In October To Celebrate The New Harvest. This Espelette Peper Powder Is Produced For And Imported By Straight From France.
Safety & Compliance
Safety & Compliance
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is Espelette pepper powder and how does it differ from other chili powders? A: Espelette pepper powder, or piment d’Espelette, is a unique chili powder from the Basque region of France, known for its fruity and delicate flavor with a medium-low Scoville rating. It is milder than cayenne or ghost pepper, making it a versatile ingredient for various dishes without overwhelming heat.
- Q: Is Espelette pepper powder suitable for gluten-free and vegan diets? A: Yes, Espelette pepper powder is all-natural, gluten-free, vegan, and non-GMO, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Q: How can I use Espelette pepper powder in my cooking? A: You can use Espelette pepper powder in a variety of dishes, including beef and veal ragout, pork filets, three-bean chili, soups, and stews. It also adds a unique flavor to spice blends like Ras el hanout and can even enhance chocolate truffle recipes.
- Q: What does AOP mean in relation to Espelette peppers? A: AOP stands for Appellation d'Origine Protégée, which means that the name and production process of Espelette peppers are protected. This designation ensures that only peppers grown in specific regions of Southwest France can be labeled as Espelette.
- Q: When is the best time to buy Espelette pepper powder? A: Espelette pepper is traditionally harvested in late summer, and an annual pepper festival is held in October. Purchasing during or shortly after this period ensures you receive fresh and high-quality Espelette pepper powder.