red pepper flakes

Crushed chili bits

Red pepper flakes are dried, crushed chili peppers—typically cayenne or similar varieties—used as a seasoning to add heat to food.

They're a staple condiment at pizza shops and Italian restaurants, where you'll find them in shaker jars alongside parmesan and oregano.

The flakes include seeds, which contribute much of the spiciness.

I always add red pepper flakes to my pasta.

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heat intensity

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Mild ground dried pepper

bell pepper · sugar · honey · bland · unseasoned

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Fermented milk product

sour cream · palate cleansers · plain rice · bread · milk

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G