Originating from Mexico, the Piquin (also known as the Pequin) is a relatively gentle starting point for chilli exploration. Very similar to Birdseye chillies in colour, size and flavour, these bright red small chillies have a nice bright citrussy flavour and a quick burst of heat without too much lingering pungency.

USES: The Piquin is interesting as the chillies are often dried by wood smoke which gives them a slightly more savoury and smoky flavour - meaning they're good in stews, sauces and slow cooked dishes.

ORIGIN: Mexico

HEAT: 3/10

1 tbsp refill = approx 4 grams
4 tbsp refill = approx 17 grams (fits standard supermarket spice jar)
8 tbsp refill = approx 36 grams (fits Spicery stackable tins)

Packaging format:

All our spicestore ingredients are now sold as refills and come in compostable bags (made from wood pulp), so just decant the contents into your existing spice jars or Spicery stackable tins and dispose of the bag in your compost and food waste bin!

You can find our stackable tins here

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