Aged Red Pepper
What is Aged Red Pepper?
Aged red pepper is a type of chili pepper that has been allowed to mature and develop its flavor. It is often dried and ground into a powder or paste. The aging process can deepen its color and intensify its taste.
Is Aged Red Pepper vegan?
Aged Red Pepper is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Aged Red Pepper gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Aged Red Pepper a major allergen?
Aged red pepper is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Aged Red Pepper used for?
Aged red pepper is used to add a spicy, smoky, or sweet flavor to foods.
Is Aged Red Pepper safe?
Aged red pepper is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Aged red pepper is used to add a spicy, smoky, or sweet flavor to foods. It is often found in snack foods like chips and popcorn, as well as sauces like ketchup and BBQ sauce. It can also be used as a coloring agent.
Health notes
Aged red pepper is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers their heat. Some studies suggest capsaicin may have antioxidant properties and may play a role in metabolism, but more research is needed. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but have not set specific limits for aged red pepper in food.
Allergen info
Aged red pepper is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
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