Aleppo Pepper (Pul Biber)

Aleppo Pepper or pul biber is a coarsely ground Syrian Turkish paprika, widely used in cooking as a table condiment in Turkish homes restaurants. Intensely burgundy-red coloured, aromatic with some fruitiness mild, cumin-like undertones, it has a similar flavour to the ancho chile, but oilier slightly salty due to the drying curing process. It has a sweet aroma works well sprinkled over any roasted meat, veg or hummus. It can also be added to melted butter or olive oil to finish off stews, soups eggs. It is still relatively mild in the chilli league tables, its heat building slowly with a fruity raisin-like finish.