The Turkish variety of the Aleppo pepper, our summery, mildly spicy Silk Chili was historically ground using heavy silk ropes, giving them a smooth, slippery texture. They have a warm, tomato-like flavor and a medium heat, similar to Espelette and Korean chilis. Also called marash pepper, these are great in any dish in need of a little excitement, from scrambled eggs to burgers to brownies. The Silk Chili Flakes are naturally preserved with a little bit of salt and sunflower seed oil to keep them fresh and flavorful. Perfect for cooking or finishing.

Silk Chili is botanically identical to the Aleppo pepper, which has been cultivated in Syria for centuries. Due to the ongoing violence of the Syrian civil war, true Aleppo chili is unfortunately no longer available for import.

Highlights

Origin: Kahramanmaras, Turkey

Aliases: Aleppo pepper, Marash / Maras pepper, pul biber

Process: Sun-dried and stone-ground

Ingredients:Silk Chili (Capsicum annuum), sunflower seed oil, salt (salt content is 1% by weight, or about 0.5 grams per jar)

Tasting notes: Roasted Tomato • Honey • Mediterranean Sun

Cooking Tips

Heat level: 5,000-10,000 Scoville units
Sprinkle over pasta or pizza
Add to soups and stews
Use in a fresh fruit salad
Garnish meat and veggies

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