Dried Shombo Pepper (Cayenne Pepper) - Nigerian Chili

Shombo pepper, also known as cayenne pepper in this dried form, is a slim, medium-heat chili pepper commonly used in Nigerian and West African cooking to build the base of stews, sauces, and soups. Dried Shombo peppers concentrate their heat and flavor, making them easy to store and use whenever a recipe calls for a spicy kick, without needing fresh peppers on hand. They're commonly blended into pepper sauces (ata din din), added to jollof rice base, or ground into pepper soup and stew seasoning.

How to use: Rehydrate in warm water for a few minutes, then blend with tomatoes, onions, and peppers for a stew or sauce base, or grind directly into powder for seasoning.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container; dried peppers keep well for months.