The Piment d’Espelette is a cherished chilli pepper from the Basque region of France, renowned for its mild heat and distinctive flavour. Maturing to a vibrant red, these peppers are traditionally dried and ground into a fine powder, offering a sweet, fruity taste with subtle smoky undertones. With a Scoville rating of up to 4,000 SHU, they provide a gentle warmth, enhancing dishes without overwhelming heat. Integral to Basque cuisine, Piment d’Espelette is used in a variety of dishes, including the classic piperade. This Capsicum annuum variety thrives in the unique climate of Espelette, where it’s harvested in late summer and celebrated annually during the Espelette Pepper Festival.
- Species: Capsicum annuum
- Scoville (SHU): Up to 4,000
- Origin: Espelette, France
- Time to Fruit: Late summer harvest
- Culinary Uses: Seasoning for meats, stews, sauces; key ingredient in piperade
- Parentage: Pure strain
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