Cayenne, Ground (90,000 HU)

This Frontier Co-op® Ground Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) will seriously turn up the heat in your kitchen. This colorful, ground chili pepper is the hottest cayenne in our selection. It is also kosher certified and non-irradiated.

FAQs

Q: How hot is 90,000 HU cayenne?

A: This Frontier Co-op® Cayenne is rated at 90,000 Scoville heat units, which is on the hot end for cayenne; most cayenne falls around 30,000—50,000 heat units. For comparison, a jalapeño is roughly 2,500—8,000. Start with a pinch and add more to taste.

Q: What's the difference between cayenne, chili powder, and red pepper flakes?

A: Cayenne is a single ground hot pepper. American chili powder is a milder blend of chilies with cumin, oregano, and garlic. Red pepper flakes are crushed dried chilies, seeds included. Cayenne gives the most heat per teaspoon.

Q: I added too much cayenne. How do I fix it?

A: Dilute it with more of the un-spiced base, or balance the heat with dairy (yogurt, sour cream, coconut milk), a little sugar, or acid like lime juice. Dairy works best because capsaicin dissolves in fat.

Q: How should I store a pound of cayenne?

A: Store bulk cayenne in an airtight, cool and dark container because heat and light fade both its red color and its pungency. Refill a small jar for daily use and keep the bulk bag sealed.