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Aleppo Pepper

Capsicum annuum 'Halaby'

Aleppo PepperAI illustration · Illustrative example, not documentation of this exact item

Origin

Aleppo, Syria

History

Named after the ancient city of Aleppo, this pepper has been a staple of Levantine cuisine for millennia, prized for its moderate heat and fruity complexity.

Aroma

Fruity, bright, with notes of sun-dried tomato and citrus

Uses

Seasoning meats and shawarma

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight jar for up to 6 months for best flavor.

Meat pairings

chickenbeeflamb

Recommended combinations

cumincoriandermint

Verified on: October 20, 2026

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