Piment d'espelette

Small, dried, red peppers that are hung to dry in the sun and then dried further in old wood burning ovens. Once dry, the peppers are finely ground into a red powder that has a sweet, fruity, mildly spicy aroma and flavor. Piment d'espelette is used as a seasoning in French dishes. Paprika or a mild chili powder can be used as a substitution but will not give the same delicate flavor of this spice.