Piment d'Espelette - Red Chili Pepper Powder from France 1.06oz

On Sale Now! Save 8% on the Piment d'Espelette - Red Chili Pepper Powder from France 1.06oz by Reflets De France at Smokey Robinson Foods. Hurry! Limited time offer. Offer valid only while supplies last. The plant, originally from Mexico and to a lesser extent South America, was introduced in France from the New World around the 16th century. After first being used medicinally, it has since become popular for preparing condiments and for the conservation of meat and ham. It is now a cornerstone of Basque cuisine (southwest France), where it has gradually replaced black pepper and it is a key ingredient in piperade. AOC espelette peppers are cultivated in the following communes: Ainhoa,

Product Description & Reviews

The plant, originally from Mexico and to a lesser extent South America, was introduced in France from the New World around the 16th century. After first being used medicinally, it has since become popular for preparing condiments and for the conservation of meat and ham. It is now a cornerstone of Basque cuisine (southwest France), where it has gradually replaced black pepper and it is a key ingredient in piperade. AOC espelette peppers are cultivated in the following communes: Ainhoa, Cambo-les-Bains, Espelette, Halsou, Itxassou, Jatxou, Larressore, Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, Souraïde, and Ustaritz. It is harvested in late summer and, in September, characteristic festoons of pepper are hung on balconies and house walls throughout the communes to dry out. An annual pepper festival, attracting some 20,000 tourists, is held in October.

Features & Highlights

Imported straight from France
Finely ground Espelette pepper (Piment d'Espelette in French)
Classified as a AOC (Appellation d'Origine Controlee, meaning the name is protected)

Additional Information

Manufacturer:	Reflets de France
Brand:	Reflets De France
Publisher:	Reflets de France
Studio:	Reflets de France
Item Size:	1 x 4 x 4 inches
Package Weight:	0.35 pounds
Package Size:	2 x 1.6 x 1.6 inches

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