Cayenne pepper is a spice widely used in many cuisines around the world, mainly in savory recipes, but also in sweet ones.

It is also known by various names:

• Guinea spice
• Cow-horn pepper
• Red hot chili pepper
• Aleva
• Bird pepper
• Red pepper, in powdered form

Use it in stewed meats, ground meat dishes, bean soup, and in sauces. Perfect for kebabs as well.