Ground cayenne pepper comes from ripe red Capsicum annuum chilies and rates 30,000 to 50,000 on the Scoville scale, a medium heat that sits about eight times hotter than a jalapeno. It gives clean, building pungency without smoke or sweetness, and it is the same chili milled for crushed red pepper flakes, ground fine so it blends smoothly into any recipe.
The fine powder disperses evenly, so you control the burn by the pinch. Start small and add more to reach the heat you want in chili, curries, soups, and stews. A little goes a long way, which makes this hot chili powder easy to dial in for family meals or a fiery kick when you want one.
Stir cayenne powder into dry rubs for ribs, wings, and grilled meats, or whisk it into hot sauce, barbecue sauce, and marinades. It brings heat to Cajun, Creole, Mexican, Indian, and Szechuan dishes, and pairs well with tomatoes, onions, rice, eggs, cheese, and seafood.
Use it across savory and sweet cooking, from spicy bean dishes and enchilada sauce to a warming shake in hot chocolate. This versatile red pepper spice also lifts roasted vegetables, egg dishes, and homemade spice blends when you want depth and a bright chili edge.
Supplied as a pure ground spice with nothing added, this cayenne keeps well in a sealed jar away from heat and light, so the color and pungency stay strong. The pourable powder measures cleanly by the teaspoon and stores compactly for everyday cooking.
