Chilli Maras – 35g

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The Maras chilli is a cousin of Aleppo chilli grown in the country along the border between turkey and Syria in region of Maras, hence the name. The Maras chilli has a peppery and fruity flavour and is very bright and colourful . The chilli is sun-dried then ground and seeds are removed . When used in slow cooking, it adds a gentle lingering heat to dishes. It is usually cooked in oil to infuse its lovely flavour into dishes. In Turkey, they use more of this chilli than pepper, so it is quintessential to their cuisine.

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Flavour Notes:

The Maras chilli is a cousin of Aleppo chilli grown in the country along the border between Turkey and Syria in region of Maras, hence the name. The Maras chilli has a peppery and fruity flavour and is very bright and colourful.

Culinary Notes:

The chilli is sun-dried then ground and seeds are removed. When used in slow cooking, it adds a gentle lingering heat to dishes. It is usually cooked in oil to infuse its lovely flavour into dishes. In Turkey, they use more of this chilli than pepper, so it is quintessential to their cuisine. Its versatility is only limited by ones imagination.

Health Benefits:

All of our blends are full of spices that are beneficial to your health. They are preservative free, additive free, and filler free. The intense flavour from our spice blends means a little goes a long way.

Ingredients:

100% Maras chilli flakes without seeds

Country of Origin:

Turkey

Other Names or Spelling:

Turkish red pepper, biber, Marash, red pepper

How to use

  • Add directly to dishes, or infuse in oil
  • Add to marinades or dips
  • Garnish salads and egg dishes
  • The fruity and acidic characteristics are perfect for slow cooked meat dishes
  • Add a pinch to stews, soups, dressings, or sauces to add a spicy kick
  • Combine with sea salt and use as a finishing seasoning on dishes in place of regular salt and pepper
  • Add at the beginning of cooking a dish to bloom the spice and release its volatile oils
  • Its strong flavour adds a warm kick so only 1/2-1tsp is needed
  • Combine with salt and use to rim your glass before serving a margarita or bloody mary

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The Spice People FAQs

Maras chilli has a mild to moderate level of heat with a sweet and fruity flavor profile. It is often described as having a complex taste with subtle smoky and earthy undertones.

Maras chilli is commonly used as a seasoning in Turkish cuisine, particularly in dishes like kebabs, stews, soups, and salads. It can be added to meat and vegetable dishes during cooking or used as a garnish.

The Maras chilli is generally considered to be moderately spicy, but its heat level can vary depending on factors such as the growing conditions and individual peppers.

The Spice People FAQs

Simple or smoke paprika along with cayenne pepper is the best alternative. Paprika tastes similar to Kashmiri Chilli, while cayenne paper adds to its spice.

Dried Kashmiri chilli is more flavorful than hot, ranging from 1,000-2,000 Scoville Heat Units. It’s mildly hot but not too spicy.

These spices are different. Paprika is the sweet cousin of Kashmiri chilli specific to western cuisine. Kashmiri chilli popular in Indian cuisine and is hotter than paprika.

Place the Kashmiri chilli under the sun for two days. When the chillies turn crispy, grind them in a food mill. Cool down the powder and store it in an airtight jar.

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