Aleppo Pepper

The Aleppo pepper is named after the ancient Syrian city of Halab and has been a cornerstone of Middle Eastern and eastern Mediterranean cooking for centuries. The pepper is typically dried and coarsely crushed into oily, dark-red flakes with a flavor that is mildly fruity, slightly smoky, and reminiscent of raisins or sun-dried tomatoes. Due to the Syrian civil war, most commercial production has shifted to southeastern Turkey and Jordan, though the variety remains closely associated with Syrian cuisine.

Days to maturity

70–90 days

Plant height

70–100 cm (28–40 in)

Best use

Middle Eastern spice, seasoning

Species

Capsicum annuum

Origin

Northern Syria (now also southeastern Turkey)