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Red and yellow chillies have a hotter flavour while green ones are milder. The cayenne pepper is also often used in powdered form. - Directly to... - - [Recipes](https://www.eatme.eu/en/products/seasonings/cayenne-pepper#recipes) - [Preparation](https://www.eatme.eu/en/products/seasonings/cayenne-pepper#preparation) - [Storage advice](https://www.eatme.eu/en/products/seasonings/cayenne-pepper#storage-advice) - [Nutritional values](https://www.eatme.eu/en/products/seasonings/cayenne-pepper#nutritional-values) - [Herkomst](https://www.eatme.eu/en/products/seasonings/cayenne-pepper#herkomst) - [In de winkel](https://www.eatme.eu/en/products/seasonings/cayenne-pepper#in-de-winkel) ## Recipes with cayenne pepper Cayenne pepper is one of the most popular chilli peppers and makes a great addition to a host of dishes. You often come across cayenne pepper in powdered form, but fresh chillies are even more delicious. So spice up a guacamole burger, boost the flavour of a Thai curry or make a surprising combination with rambutan. [Main dish 25 min. preparationSpicy chicken with rice noodles](https://www.eatme.eu/en/recipes/spicy-chicken-with-rice-noodles) [![Salmon fillet with ginger-soy marinade](https://www.eatme.eu/media/nbchn4ii/gember-zalmfilet-met-gember-sojamarinade.jpg?format=webp&quality=90&v=1db0d198640d1a0) Lunch, Main dish 20 min. preparation 8 min. in the oven 40 min. of waiting timeSalmon fillet with ginger-soy marinade](https://www.eatme.eu/en/recipes/salmon-fillet-with-ginger-soy-marinade) [![Stuffed sweet pepper with green asparagus](https://www.eatme.eu/media/bfajohns/groene-asperges-gevulde-paprika-met-groene-asperges.jpg?format=webp&quality=90&v=1db0d1907c005d0) Starter, Side dish 30 min. preparation 20 min. in the ovenStuffed sweet pepper with green asparagus](https://www.eatme.eu/en/recipes/stuffed-sweet-pepper-with-green-asparagus) Previous Next - [More recipes with peppers](https://www.eatme.eu/en/recipes?q=pepper) ## Preparation Even though the EAT ME cayenne peppers has a slightly milder taste than other chillies, you should still handle it with care. Before you cut the chilli, it's a good idea to rub your hands with oil. This prevents too much of the chilli being absorbed by the skin. Then you can wash the pepper and finely slice or chop it. After preparation, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and do not rub your eyes! ### How to use cayenne pepper in the kitchen? - Baking - Grill - In salads - Stir-fry ![Red Cayenne topview](https://www.eatme.eu/media/eugpw4rf/cayenne-rood-3-topview.png?format=webp&quality=90&v=1dd046f777ee9f0) ## Storage advice Cayenne pepper is best stored in the fridge. ## Nutritional values per 100 grams 379 kcal 32 g carbohydrates 17 g fats 3,5 g saturated fats 24,9 g fiber Cayenne pepper is rich in vitamin C, good for your **concentration.** The pepper also contains high levels of vitamin K which helps **keep your bones strong**. The little pepper is also rich in potassium, which is good for the **functioning of your muscles** and contains lots of iron, so it enhances the production of red blood cells. ## Where do cayenne peppers come from? EAT ME cayenne peppers are grown in countries such as the Netherlands, Spain and Morocco. In the Netherlands, the peppers are grown in greenhouses, in the countries to the south they grow outdoors in the field. The pepper plants are raised by propagators, and then transferred to pots or stone wool slabs. Cayenne peppers grow upwards on a long stem. The fruits develop on the short side shoots of the stem. They are large enough to be harvested after 6-8 weeks. ![EAT ME Cayenne pepper](https://www.eatme.eu/media/npef1ate/eat-me-cayenne-peper-teelt-nl.jpg?rxy=0.4218077474892396,0.49820359281437127&format=webp&quality=90&v=1db0d18d18ac3b0) 3 ## This is how you recognize me in the shop! - [Show the shops](https://www.eatme.eu/en/where-to-buy) [![EAT ME Cayenne Pepper 2 Pack](https://www.eatme.eu/media/v1npi41f/eat-me-cayenne-peper-2-pack.jpg?format=webp&quality=90&v=1db0d1917648a10)](https://www.eatme.eu/media/v1npi41f/eat-me-cayenne-peper-2-pack.jpg) [![EAT ME Cayenne Pepper 250 Gram](https://www.eatme.eu/media/lcbpgvkv/eat-me-cayenne-peper-250-gram.jpg?format=webp&quality=90&v=1db0d19180cd800)](https://www.eatme.eu/media/lcbpgvkv/eat-me-cayenne-peper-250-gram.jpg) [![EAT ME Cayenne Pepper 500 Gram](https://www.eatme.eu/media/vlqe0vsi/eat-me-cayenne-peper-500-gram.jpg?format=webp&quality=90&v=1db0d18cf476360)](https://www.eatme.eu/media/vlqe0vsi/eat-me-cayenne-peper-500-gram.jpg)