Chili Peppers, Crushed

Crushed chili pepper, also known as crushed red pepper, offers a unique texture and added heat compared to powdered chili pepper, due to the inclusion of dried seeds. Just a sprinkle can liven up dishes like sausage, pizza, and pasta sauce. Interesting tip: for even more spiciness, save leftovers or make dishes a day ahead to allow more oleoresin capsicum, the active compound in peppers, to be released into the food.