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cayenne
This term refers specifically to a high-heat chili pepper and its resulting powder, carrying a connotation of sharp, pungent intensity. In culinary contexts, it is viewed as a foundational heat agent rather than a flavor-complex spice, often used to provide a background "kick" without altering the primary taste of a dish.
When used as a noun to describe the powder, the word functions as an uncountable mass noun. Because it is a powdered substance, it cannot be counted individually and requires partitive expressions such as "a pinch of" or "a teaspoon of" to specify quantity.
Meanings
Examples
Add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce for a little extra kick.
I need to buy some ground cayenne for the chili recipe.
Just a tiny bit of cayenne is enough to make it spicy.
Some people mix cayenne with lemon water to boost their metabolism.
The chef used fresh cayenne peppers to create a vibrant red glaze.
The recipe calls for a cayenne flavor profile that is sharp but balanced.
I can smell the pungent aroma of cayenne wafting from the kitchen.