Cayenne Pepper Red

Cayenne pepper is the dried and ground hot chili pepper used to flavor dishes. Its heat is approximately 40,000-50,000 units on the Scoville scale and is 4-5 times hotter than classic paprika. Its flavor is moderate to quite hot with a fruity undertone, making it compatible with a variety of dishes and national cuisines.

Cayenne pepper has many nutrients that contribute to good health. It contains antioxidants, vitamins A, B, C, and E, potassium, and manganese. It improves heart health, promotes weight loss, enhances digestion, and boosts immune function.

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

Difference Between Pepper and Paprika: These two categories come from different plants and regions. Pepper is from South Asia, while paprika is from Central America. Pepper has a spicy flavor due to piperine, while paprika owes its flavor to capsaicin.

Below is a table that includes the heat scale of peppers:

• 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