Sichuan Pepper - Ground
Sichuan Pepper - Ground
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Description
Description
Botanical Name: Zanthoxylum bungeanum
Sichuan Pepper, known in China as huājiāo, comes from the husks of berries belonging to the Zanthoxylum genus. It is not a true pepper but a member of the citrus family, prized for its lively aroma and its distinctive tingling sensation known as “málà”. This natural numbing quality creates a gentle buzz on the palate and adds a vibrant lift to food without the sharp heat of chilli.
Spice Zen’s Certified Organic Sichuan Pepper Powder is ground from premium-quality pepper husks to preserve their citrus fragrance and warm, aromatic depth. The flavour is bright, woodsy and slightly floral with notes reminiscent of lemon zest and warm spice. It is essential in many regional Chinese dishes and also brings an exciting twist to modern cooking.
Flavour and Aroma Profile
Citrusy and aromatic with floral and woodsy notes, a mild sweet spice character, and the classic tingling sensation that defines málà cuisine.
How to Use
- Use ¼ teaspoon freshly crushed per 500 g meat, tofu or vegetables
- Lightly toast ½ teaspoon in a dry pan for 30 to 60 seconds to release aroma before grinding
- Add ¼ teaspoon to stir-fries during the final minute of cooking
- Sprinkle a small pinch over noodles or rice just before serving
- Infuse ½ teaspoon in 2 tablespoons warm oil for chilli oil or dressings
- Combine with sea salt to create a fragrant finishing salt
Perfect For
- Sichuan-style stir-fries
- Noodles and fried rice
- Chilli oil and dipping sauces
- Tofu and eggplant dishes
- Grilled chicken, duck or seafood
- Dry rubs and spice crusts
- Finishing salt blends
Wellness Note
In traditional Chinese cooking, Sichuan pepper is valued for the lively tingling sensation and aromatic lift it brings to food. Sichuan pepper naturally contains aromatic citrus oils and plant compounds that contribute to its fragrance, numbing sensation and warm spicy character.
Traditional cultural context only, not a therapeutic claim.
Presentation and Storage
Certified Organic and gluten-free. Packed fresh in a recyclable amber glass jar with an airtight induction seal to maintain aroma and quality. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
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THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
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Premium certified organic ingredients; wildcrafted Australian natives.
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Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
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