Espelette Pepper Powder

Espelette pepper powder is a beloved spice of the Basque people. It has an orange to dark reddish brown colour and an intense aroma with fruity grilled and hay notes. It is spicy but not overly hot with a sweet fruity note.

Espelette peppers unique quality comes from its terroir a specific region in the Basque Country. This terroir gives the pepper its distinctive aromas of tomato sweet pepper and other nuanced flavours. Produced by Bipia in the town of Larressore this Espelette pepper is free from colourings additives and preservatives and is made only from peppers grown on Bipias farm.

Espelette pepper originated in Mexico and was spread by explorers. It first appeared in Espelette France around 1650. Women grew it as a cheaper alternative to black pepper using it for seasoning and preserving meat. The Gorria variety of pepper seeds was selected each year for future planting. In autumn peppers were strung on cords to dry then roasted in bread ovens and ground into powder. This method has been passed down through generations.

AOP stands for Appellation dOrigine Protegee or Protected Designation of Origin PDO in English.

How to Use

Espelette pepper powder can be used in various dishes such as cakes quiches omelettes muffins sauces marinades and braises. Its vibrant colour and distinct aroma make it an excellent garnish sprinkled on soup raw vegetables grilled meat and fish. Its mild heat and fruity flavour also pair well with fresh or stewed fruit shortbread and chocolate for a unique taste.

Product Details

• Size 250g
• Origin Larressore Basque Country Southwest France
• Producer Bipia Condiments Basques

About the Producer

Bipia is a family owned business based in Larressore in the heart of the Basque Country. They specialize in traditional Basque condiments using only locally grown Espelette peppers. Committed to quality and authenticity they follow time honoured methods to produce exceptional spice blends that reflect the rich culinary heritage of the region.