Sichuan Peppercorn

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Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 320
Protein (g): 10
Fat (g): 6
Carbs (g): 57
Fiber (g): 25
Sodium (mg): 20

Values reflect dried whole husks; bitter seeds are often removed. Typical usage is in small amounts for seasoning.

Storage

Room temp: up to 365 days
Refrigerated: up to 0 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Sichuan peppercorn is the dried husk of the prickly ash fruit, a small reddish-brown shell that often splits open with shiny black seeds inside. The husk gives a citrusy, piney aroma and a distinctive, tongue-tingling numbness; cooks toast it to bloom its oils, then grind or crack it for rubs, braises, and chili oils. It is sold as whole husks, cracked, or ground.