It has slight lemony overtones and creates a tingly numbness in the mouth.
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Commonly used in Chinese cuisine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, Sichuan pepper’s unique aroma and flavour is not hot or pungent like black, white or chilli peppers. Instead, it has slight lemony overtones and creates a tingly numbness in the mouth.
Botanical Name | Zanthoxylum simulans |
Organic Status | Certified Organic |
Country of Origin | China |
Plant Part | Fruit |
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