Aleppo Chilli

Aleppo chilli is a variety of chilli pepper (Capsicum annuum) originating from the Aleppo region of Syria. The peppers are typically sun-dried, de-seeded, and coarsely ground to create a moderately hot, fruity spice with a hint of cumin-like flavour.

Aleppo chilli is used as a spice to add moderate heat and a distinctive fruity flavour to a variety of dishes. It is often sprinkled on foods before serving or used in rubs and marinades, particularly in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. It can be found in savoury baked goods, dips, and spice blends.

Aleppo chilli is a food ingredient, not a food additive, and is not listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat in chilli peppers, is being investigated for various health effects, but evidence is often mixed or preliminary. The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified capsaicin as 'not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans' (Group 3).