Sichuan Peppercorns

Citrusy, floral, woody and tingling rather than conventionally hot.

The sensation is different from chile heat. In a mala-style dish the peppercorn contributes the tingling element, while chile supplies heat; adding more of one does not replace the other.

Mapo tofu, hot pot, stir-fries, chili oil, noodles, dumplings and mala-style dishes.

Start with 1/4 teaspoon, lightly crushed, for a four-serving dish.

Toast gently if desired, cool, then crush; remove any hard stems or gritty pieces before use.

Use this amount as a starting point for flavor, then adjust to your food and taste. If other ingredients bring salt, sweetness or heat, account for those before adding more seasoning.

Brown 8 oz mushrooms and toss with two servings of cooked noodles, a little soy sauce and cooking water. Add a small pinch of crushed Sichuan pepper at the finish, taste, then increase only if you want a stronger tingling effect.

Sichuan peppercorns.

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• 1 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch
• 4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch

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Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.

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