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Cayenne Pepper ranks #59 of 242 in the Spice ranking, behind Timut Pepper, ahead of Kashmiri Chile.
Essential heat source with wide pantry use and dependable flavor, though less complex than premium chile varieties.
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How hot is cayenne pepper on the Scoville scale?
Cayenne pepper is a moderately hot ground chile that rates approximately 30,000 to 50,000 Scoville Heat Units. This makes it significantly hotter than a jalapeño but milder than a habanero.
Where does the name cayenne pepper come from?
Cayenne pepper is named after the city of Cayenne, which is the capital of French Guiana. The spice is made from grinding dried pods of the Capsicum annuum plant.
What type of pepper is a cayenne?
Cayenne pepper belongs to the Capsicum annuum species of chile peppers. It is typically dried and ground into a moderately hot powder that scores between 30,000 and 50,000 on the Scoville scale.
How is cayenne pepper used in cooking?
Ground cayenne pepper is widely used to add a punch of moderate heat to dishes ranging from chili con carne to dry spice rubs. Because of its 30,000 to 50,000 Scoville Heat Units, a little goes a long way.
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