Aleppo Chile Flakes

Aleppo chile flakes are a prized ingredient in Syrian and Turkish cooking — and increasingly, on the best tables in fine restaurants worldwide. Named after the Syrian city of Aleppo, these deep burgundy flakes deliver a unique combination of moderate heat (around 10,000 Scoville units), fruity tartness, and an oily, almost sun-dried tomato richness that sets them apart from standard red pepper flakes.

Sprinkle them over hummus, flatbreads, roasted vegetables, eggs, or pasta. Use as a finishing spice on grilled meats, seafood, or feta. Once you experience their nuanced, complex heat, ordinary red pepper flakes will feel one-dimensional. A truly exceptional pantry staple for curious cooks.

• Moderate heat — approximately 10,000 Scoville units
• Fruity, slightly tangy, rich and oily texture
• Essential in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking
• Outstanding as a finishing spice on hummus, eggs, pizza, pasta, and grilled meats
• Sold in a convenient 1/2 cup glass jar by The Marks Trading Company