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Organic Cayenne Pepper

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Description

Organic Cayenne Pepper packs a nutritional punch.

Organic Cayenne Pepper is a vibrant orange/red colour, its botanical name is capsicum spp. Our organic cayenne powder is dried naturally in warm air when it is fresh from the field.

Cayenne can be sprinkled over any meal and has a really impressive nutrition content, so if you like it hot you have a great excuse to add more.

Cayenne is often added to health drinks and detox diets because it is so full of goodness. Did you know cayenne is rated by its heat?  This batch has a rating of 25-30 thousand Scoville Heat Units.  We also stock cayenne with 40 thousand Scoville Heat Units if you like it hot!

Ingredients: Organic Chilli Peppers

Origin: India/Spain/China

Allergen Information: Packed on premises that handle gluten, tree nuts, sesame, soya, peanuts, celery, mustard

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Nutritional Information

Typical Nutrient Values: Amount per 100g:
Energy 1331kj/318kcal
Fat 17.3g
of which saturates 2.6g
Carbohydrate 31.7g
of which sugars
Fibre
Protein 12g
Salt 0.075g
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Cooking Instructions

Our organic cayenne pepper has an SHU of approximately 25,000. This is around medium heat so we find a couple of pinches to a regular pot will add a good chilli punch.

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Storage

For optimum freshness keep in a cool place away from moisture and direct sunlight.  Store in a tightly sealed bag or container.

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Family Tip:

  1. Cayenne pepper is great sprinkled on any meal if you like spicy food.
  2. Cayenne is a nice addition to a hot lemon and honey drink if you have a cold.