Size:60 Ounce Aleppo pepper—also called the Halaby pepper—is much prized in kitchens of the Middle East, and amongst chefs of global cuisine everywhere. It is a hot pepper of the capsaicin-containing Capsicum family, but it is more flavorful than overwhelmingly spicy. Its origin city of Aleppo, Syria places its roots along the Silk Road, giving it an aura of both historicity and mystique. When ripe, Aleppo peppers are a deep burgundy red. They are then sun-dried, and crushed or ground. Aleppo pepper flakes do not contain seeds, so they are not nearly as ‘hot†as the crushed red pepper commonly available in supermarkets. Aleppo might be considered the philosopher among hot peppers. Its culinary applications are broad, and its flavor can best be described as circumspect…for a hot pepper. It imparts an almost delicate fruitiness and gently invigorating warmth to any dish it is added to, without overwhelming more subtle flavors; it does not embellish, it enhances. It is eminently useable, and most adventurous cooks quickly find it to be indispensable in their kitchens. The uses for Aleppo Pepper in the contemporary kitchen are extraordinarily broad-spectrum. It is an ideal spice for vegan and vegetarian cooks, and defines tofu beautifully; it is also used frequently in Middle Eastern recipes to enhance the flavors of fish, poultry, pork, and beef. Aleppo pepper tastes a little like an idealized sundried tomato, with hints of dried fruit and a little heat. It compliments milder flavors very well, and makes a lovely addition to guacamole. Some chefs use it in place of paprika for a little extra depth and kick. Aleppo pepper is also a natural for grilled foods. It is a marvelous component to a summer marinade, and their mild heat and savory flavor make them ideal as an ingredient for a citrus glaze for grilled lobster. A great substitute for chili powder, paprika and crushed red pepper.
T**R
Great Stuff!
Great in a wide variety of dishes. I don't know why people are concerned about whether Aleppo pepper, whoever the manufacturer, is actually from Syria or not. The thing about plants is, they can be grown in different locations, as long as the conditions are favorable. I've spent many years in Syria, and there "artisianal" attention to products is not a thing, like it is in the West (which is really just marketing anyway...). Products, especially spices, are often unlabeled, and you have no idea where they're from, and no one complains. Of course, now it's even a more "make-do" situation in Syria, to say the least. In any case, this is good Aleppo pepper, kind of like the missing link between crushed red pepper and paprika. Give it a try, you'll use it a lot.
J**F
Authentic Aleppo
I normally order my dry spices from Penzey's. They ship super fast, and the spices are a better quality and fresher than anything that you can buy in a local grocery store.Found myself in a position where I was placing an Amazon order anyway, so bought this Aleppo pepper.It's very good, and has the familiar taste, but was just one little notch below what I usually get.With everything going on in Aleppo, am I really getting the authentic peppers? I'm certain that these crushed peppers are the real deal.
P**Y
Fantastic flavor, great product!
The pepper arrived in a nice resealable zip-loc bag, Extremely fresh and aromatic. I'd seen a few recipes calling for Aleppo pepper and wanted to try it. I use crushed red pepper and Cayenne in many recipes I prepare, The aleppo pepper has a great flavor along with a nice moderate heat.
S**T
Nice Tasting Pepper (Not too Hot, just right)
This Aleppo pepper tastes very nice, not too hot like chilli peppers. I add a little on everything. It is really great on tortilla chips when you are out of salsa, or on dried mango spears. It is just a nice tasting pepper without being too hot and annoying. When I opened the bag, the pepper inside was very fresh and moist. So, I would recommend this pepper since it really goes with anything.
Y**N
... more flavorful than the Penzeys I had (also much better price). Still a very low level of heat
A touch spicier and more flavorful than the Penzeys I had (also much better price). Still a very low level of heat. Will re-purchase.
S**Y
A pepper new to me!
Was exactly what I needed, a sweet not too hot pepper. This brand is a very good quality product. I needed it for several recipes that I wanted to try, and could not find it in any of the grocery stores.
V**E
Excellent Quality and Freshness
This is an excellent quality spice - fresh and everything I wanted from Aleppo pepper (medium warmth, rich and deep flavor). The Burma Spice product is very high quality and well packaged in a thick envelope-style container. I transferred it to a jar for easier handling, but the package it came in is certainly good enough to maintain the spice's freshness for several months. I will definitely order more from Burma Spice.
M**K
Delish!
I originally purchased this spice in a very nice oval glass bottle with hermetic-type latch. While I thought that container was neat, this pepper is really the star. It adds a nice rounded warmth to all kinds of dishes, and it's subtle nature doesn't overwhelm the flavors of even mild sauces. I bought this as a refill for my bottle as well as for a few close friends to whom I had gifted the bottled version.
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