date:Nov 08, 2012
Kalsec is increasing an already extensive portfolio of peppers with the addition of Szechuan pepper extract. Szechuan (or Sichuan) peppers have a unique citrus and herbal aroma and flavor that is distinctly different from black, white or chili peppers. Its active ingredient sanshools -- delivers a tingling, numbing sensation in the mouth.
The Szechuan plant belongs to the citrus family and is not botanically related to the black pepper or chili peppers. Szechuan peppers are commonly used in A