Crushed Red Chile

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

Flavor: Sharp, Pungent, Earthy, with an underlying subtle Fruitiness

Heat Level: Hot - 30,000 to 50,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units)

Origin: USA

Use With: Beef, Chicken, Pork, Game Meats, Fish, Seafood, and Vegetables

Description: Whether called Crushed Red Pepper, Red Pepper Flakes, Hot Pepper Flakes, or simply Chile Flakes, are a staple in every pizza parlor and can be found in or on dishes from around the world. This coarse, flaky, red and orange spice full of seeds is typically made from a mix of different red chiles that can include Cayenne, Serrano, Red Jalapeños, Ancho, and even Red Bell Peppers among others which accounts for the different color variations if you look closely.

Suggested Uses:

• Use to add heat, color, and texture to salsas, hot sauces, marinades, sauces, soups, stews, curries, dressings, and dips
• Use as a table condiment alongside salt a pepper
• Use to infuse oils to use for cooking or as a condiment
• Add to dry rubs for meats, fish, and vegetables for the grill to add heat and visual appeal
• Add to sausage meat/filling
• Use in pickling brines to add sone heat
• Use in your favorite chili con carne or barbeque sauce recipe to add a bright heat
• Sprinkle over scrambled eggs, omelets, smashed potatoes, popcorn, pizza, pasta, salads, or on any menu item you would want to add a bit of heat and texture