Ground Chili Peppers 12gr

Originating from Mozambique, piri-piri was introduced to Portugal and became common in Portuguese cuisine. Versatile, it can be used in various recipes, even in desserts, especially when paired with chocolate, but it should be used in moderation.

With the potential to reach 175,000 units on the Scoville scale, it is spicier than cayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce, so it should be used with caution. Just one or two drops in a dish, or a small spoonful added during cooking, may be sufficient for those who are not accustomed to it.

The piri-piris we use are exclusively produced for us in the West or Oeste region of Portugal, and are available fresh, dried, ground, and in fruit brandy.

Production process

The process to produce our ground chili peppers is simple. We sun-dry the chili peppers in solar dryers designed for this purpose, protecting them from dust and other elements. Then, we finish the drying process slowly in a wood-fired oven before grinding them.

We introduced this product for its convenience. While it's possible to grind dehydrated chili peppers or dry your own, it's laborious, time-consuming, and messy. Moreover, the grinder used would be dedicated solely to that task.

With our ground chili pepper, you don't have to worry about any of that. It's ready to use, allowing you to use just a few grains as needed. It's simply convenient.