This is a packet containing approximately 20 grams of Dried Sichuan Peppercorns (花椒). These peppercorns are the hallmark of authentic Sichuan cuisine, famously known for their unique numbing sensation (málà) they impart to dishes.

Key Features:

• Flavor Profile: Offers a complex mix of spicy heat, aromatic citrus notes, and a distinct, tingling, numbing sensation on the tongue.

• Essential Ingredient: A critical component for creating iconic Sichuan dishes like Mapo Tofu, Kung Pao Chicken, and Boiled Fish (Shuizhu Yu).

• Appearance: They are the dried outer husks of the berry, appearing reddish-brown and often slightly opened, showing the dark inner seed (though often sold without the seed, as the husk holds the majority of the flavor and numbing properties).

• Use: Typically added whole to hot oil to infuse flavor or ground and sprinkled over dishes as a finishing touch.

This small packet is a powerful addition to any spice cabinet for those who love authentic, fiery, and numbing Asian flavors.