Sichuan Pepper
Ingredient Name: Sichuan pepper or aniseed pepper or chinese pepper
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Sichuan pepper is the outer pod of a tiny fruit (with the seed discarded)
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Despite the name, it is not related to black pepper or chili peppers
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It is very aromatic, woody, slightly spicy and has very slighty lemony overtones
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Sichuan pepper is typically used in combination with ginger and star anise and as a base for spicy foods
How do I prepare it?
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These is no preparation required for this dried spice although you may lightly toast the sichuan peppers and grind them before use
Where can I buy this?
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Sichuan peppers are a moderately priced spice and can be purchased in most Asian grocery stores and some Western supermarkets
Any substitutes?
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Black pepper and red chili flakes (although they are a poor substitute)
Any benefits?
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Some believe the sichuan pepper can be used for treating certain gastro-urinary disorders
Any precautions?
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It has a numbing effect on the lips when eaten in large doses.
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