Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper is the dried and ground spicy chili pepper and is used to flavor dishes. Its heat level is around 40,000-50,000 on the Scoville scale, which is 4-5 times hotter than classic paprika. Its taste is moderately to quite spicy and fruity, in contrast to the sweeter paprika. It is compatible with a variety of dishes and national cuisines.

You can add cayenne pepper to your lemonade for a unique flavor. Cayenne pepper contains many nutrients that are beneficial for your health, such as antioxidants and vitamins A, B, C, and E, potassium, and manganese. It improves heart health, promotes weight loss, and boosts the immune system.

Ideal Storage: Cayenne pepper should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place.

Difference Between Pepper and Paprika: The "peppers" come from two completely different plants. Paprika is the dried and ground product of the chili pepper plant (Capsicum annuum), while pepper has a spicy taste from piperine. Paprika is due to capsaicin. Their use dates back to ancient times.

• Protein Pepper (Sweet Bell Pepper): 0 SHU
• Banana Pepper: 0-500 SHU
• Pimento Pepper: 100-500 SHU
• Anaheim Pepper: 500-2,500 SHU
• Cubanelle Pepper: 1,000-2,000 SHU
• Serrano Pepper: 10,000-23,000 SHU
• Cayenne Pepper: 30,000-50,000 SHU
• Thai Pepper: 50,000-100,000 SHU
• Habanero Pepper: 100,000-350,000 SHU
• Scotch Bonnet Pepper: 100,000-350,000 SHU
• Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia): 800,000-1,041,427 SHU
• Trinidad Scorpion Pepper: 1,200,000-2,000,000 SHU
• Carolina Reaper Pepper: 1,400,000-2,200,000 SHU