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Small Batch, Grand Flavor • Est. 1995

Spice 101

Summary

Aleppo pepper, a cherished spice from the Middle East, particularly the Aleppo region of Syria, is known for its mild heat and bright, fruity flavor. This single-ingredient spice is a standout for its ability to enhance without overpowering, making it a favorite in a variety of dishes.

History

Aleppo pepper, named after the city of Aleppo in Syria, has a rich history deeply rooted in Middle Eastern cuisine. This spice is celebrated not only for its culinary versatility but also for its unique flavor that has made it a staple in the region. This pepper offers a slow-building heat paired with a sweet and sour finish that is both complex and highly sought after. Historically, Aleppo pepper has been used in everything from meats to salads, demonstrating its ability to stand alone or blend beautifully with other ingredients.

Why We Love It

Aleppo pepper has a gentle heat and subtle sweetness that emerges when it hits the palate. It’s a fantastic way to add depth to any dish without overwhelming other flavors. Aleppo pepper consistently brightens and complements the natural tastes of ingredients. It's particularly magical when paired with something unexpected like watermelon salad, where it contrasts with the fruit's sweetness.

The More You Know

Aleppo Pepper is a star ingredient in Voodoo, one of our best selling spice blends.

Recipes

    Provencal Sheet Pan Chicken

    Provencal Sheet Pan Chicken

    15 min

    Our favorite Mediterranean flavors collide in this stupidly simple sheet pan dinner, which you can prepare in 30 minutes or so.  Admittedly, you'll spend a bit of time chopping, but who can complain when the result is all this veggie goodness? The leeks give the meal a mildly sweet, onion-like flavor and the spices—Provencal Seasoned Salt, El Greco, and Aleppo Pepper—make an herby and salty combination with a slight fruity heat that adds beautiful depth to the flavor. Add a little Parmesan and this dinner is *Chef's Kiss*

    Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb with Orange-Rhubarb Glaze

    Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb with Orange-Rhubarb Glaze

    Give boneless leg of lamb the royal treatment with Ras El Hanout and Moroccan Meyer Lemon Paste. Ras el Hanout is the spice merchants showcase of their finest flavors, and ours is a blend of 24 spices with sweet and savory, piquant and floral notes blended to perfection. Combined with Moroccan Meyer Lemon Paste, and marinated overnight, it is an easy prep for this slow roasted leg of lamb. For a stunning sauce to finish the dish, we made a jammy glaze with rhubarb and honey, orange and mint to elevate the flavors with fresh seasonal ingredients. (To add a little smokiness to the glaze, try our Upper Left Madrona Smoked Honey.) Serve this delicacy with rice or roasted potatoes alongside your favorite spring greens.

    Besar Cranberry Chutney

    Besar Cranberry Chutney

    The rich and toasty taste of our Besar blend makes an ideal complement for the pop of fresh cranberry in this exotic twist on a holiday classic. Candied ginger and dried apricots round out the fruity flavors, and the result is an intensely flavored chutney that you can serve well past Thanksgiving. You can try variations too- add an apple to mellow the flavors or some chopped walnuts for a little crunch. Any way you make it, the bright flavor of cranberries add a bit of sunshine to a winter feast.

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Notes

Type
Single Ingredient
Flavor Notes
Heat • Fruity
Region
Middle East
Heat Level
Red Chile Red Chile Gray Chile Gray Chile Gray Chile
Botanical Name
Capsicum annum
Established 1995
Small Batch
Filler-Free
Vegan
Gluten-Free
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