Gregg's Ground Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper is particularly important to Cajun, Creole and
Mexican cuisines as the chillies used for this ground spice are all
native to Central and South America - specifically named after a
city in French Guiana. Although there are numerous sources of
cayenne pepper, India, Pakistan and China are the major
producers.
The spice's musty flavour combines with floral, spicy and
hay-like notes to give cayenne pepper its characteristic profile.
This earthy, hot chilli powder is a natural partner for rich and
sweet foods such as cheese, egg and corn, as just a pinch elevates
the dish, giving it greater interest.
Cayenne pepper is most useful when heat needs to be added to a
dish without a significant change in the flavour.