Cayenne pepper
Dried cayenne peppers are sold either whole, crushed (called red pepper flakes), or ground into a powder called cayenne pepper. Cayenne pepper is fairly hot and has a smoky flavor.
Also known as
- Ginnie pepper
Equivalents
One pepper = 1/8 teaspoon ground
Substitutes
red chile powder (don't confuse with chili powder, a mixed seasoning) OR paprika (milder) OR red pepper flakes OR chili powder (contains other spices)
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