Add some African spice to your dining experience! African Bird Pepper, also known as Capsicum Annum, is a hot chili that grows wild in parts of northwest Africa.
With a scorching 150,000 to 350,000 Scoville heat units, African Bird Pepper can awaken many dishes including soups, casseroles, chowders, and curried dishes.
Add a heaping spoonful of African Bird Pepper to corned beef hash, beans, or rice for a fiery endorphin rush. Since it is flavorful, it can also be used as a substitute for Cayenne Pepper when seasoning sausage, pot roast, poultry, and barbecued meats.
2 oz. Use sparingly
Health benefits:
African Bird Pepper has also been known to help treat arthritis, psoriasis, cluster headaches, and pain as well as lower the rate of cardiovascular disease. Contains carotene molecules that have potent antioxidant elements.
- Eases stomach upset, ulcers, soar throats, spasmodic and irritating coughs as well as diarrhea
- Anti-Cold & Flu Agent helps to break up congested mucus
- African Bird Pepper is a wonderful anti-inflammatory agent and may even help w/ allergies
- Can effectively prevent the formation of certain fungal pathogens
- Over a dozen other benefits