Do not settle for humdrum ground black pepper. Spice up your scrambled eggs with the vibrantly red yet subtly piquant pepper of Basque Country, Piment d'Espelette. Zhuzh up your hummus. Known as Ezpeletako biperra in Basque, this is a dried red chili powder from the French Basque region. A protective designation of origin mandates the peppers only come from in and around the town of Espelette, in the province of Labourd, and are grown, harvested, and prepared according to strict guidelines. The peppers are hand-harvested in late summer and early autumn, strung by hand to dry in the sun, and dried further in wood-burning ovens prior to being ground into powder. "I first ordered this special pepper about 4 years ago. I now use it on everything from eggs to vegetables, to fish and meat. Also excellent on Mac and cheese! Seriously, get some Espelette pepper and enjoy." - Edward C., celebrating the versatility of this sensational spice free shipping for orders over $75 Many chefs claim there is no substitute for the complex flavor of the spice. Many. Chef Gerald Hirigoyen, in his cookbook Pintxos: Small Plates in the Basque Tradition, calls for Piment d'Espelette in many of his recipes, including Basque Fries, Crispy Shrimp, and the Caramelized Onions with Idiazábal Cheese pintxo. The book is an invaluable resource if you're looking for recipes for pintxos that are a bit more labor intensive but worth the effort. SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: If you're not satisfied with your order, simply send us an email within 30 days and we'll replace your order or issue a full refund. Wholesale Inquiries: If you're interested in carrying this product or others in your retail store or restaurant, please contact us for pricing and details. RECIPES & SERVING SUGGESTIONS Zhuzh Up Your Hummus | Romesco Sauce | Marcona Almonds with Piment d'Espelette | Piment d'Espelette French Fries | Marinated Grilled Artichokes with Cantabrian Anchovies and Espelette Pepper | Spanish Style Octopus with Espelette Pepper | Classic Margarita with Espelette Pepper
