Chile, Espelette, Massachusetts, Whole

Grown and dried locally by our friends at Kitchen Garden Farm, Espelette chilies are sweet and mildly hot.  Originating in the French commune of Espelette, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, traditionally the northern territory of the Basque people, these chilies can be very difficult to find outside of France.  Cultivated for centuries, the Espelette chile has become a cornerstone of Basque cuisine, often replacing black pepper.  Rehydrate and use in soups and vegetable stews or with poultry to add fruity, mild heat and a hint of natural smokiness. 0.7oz Bag Contains: Dried espelette chilies. Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum Origin: Sunderland, Massachusetts USA Sourcing: Directly sourced from a small local farm Harvest: Fall 2021 Tasting Notes: Fruity, mild heat, smoky, peppery, bright Heat: 500-4k SHU Pairs Well With: Granulated Garlic, bell pepper, chicken Try In: Piperade, chicken cacciatore, vegetable and bean soup Special Tips: Soak in hot water for 10 minutes to rehydrate before use, or cr