Description
Marash Biber Pepper Flakes are a traditional Turkish-style chilli, celebrated for their rich fruity flavour, gentle warming heat and distinctive savoury character. Originating from the culinary traditions of southeastern Turkey, these aromatic red chilli flakes are closely associated with the famous pepper-growing region of Kahramanmaraş.
Marash Biber belongs to the wider family of Middle Eastern chillies that includes the celebrated Aleppo Pepper and Urfa Biber. Although each has its own regional identity and processing traditions, they share a characteristic combination of fruity sweetness, earthy depth and warming chilli heat.
Flavour and Heat
Marash Biber has a wonderfully rounded flavour, combining rich red pepper sweetness, subtle dried fruit notes and a gentle earthy warmth. Its heat is relatively mild, developing gradually without overwhelming the natural flavour of the chilli.
With an estimated heat of approximately 1,000–2,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), Marash is particularly suitable for cooks who enjoy the distinctive flavour of chilli without excessive heat.
Naturally Dried – No Added Oil or Salt
Traditional Turkish and Middle Eastern chilli flakes are frequently processed with oil and salt, creating a softer, sometimes slightly moist texture.
Our Marash Biber Pepper Flakes are different. The chillies are naturally dried and crushed into 1–3mm flakes, retaining their natural seeds and characteristic deep red colour, without the addition of oil or salt.
The result is a naturally dry, free-flowing chilli flake with a rich, concentrated pepper flavour. The absence of added salt and oil also gives cooks complete control over the seasoning of their dishes.
Cooking with Marash Biber
Marash Biber is particularly popular in Turkish and Middle Eastern cooking, where it brings wonderful flavour to grilled meats, kebabs, koftas, lamb, chicken and roasted vegetables.
Its gently fruity character makes it equally enjoyable sprinkled over eggs, hummus, yoghurt dips, soups, lentils and salads. It also works beautifully in homemade marinades, spice blends, sauces and dressings.
Unlike very hot chilli flakes, Marash can be used more generously, allowing its natural flavour to become part of the dish rather than simply adding heat.
Grown in Turkey
Heat Level: Level 1 – approximately 1,000–2,500 SHU.
Flavour: Rich, fruity and gently sweet with subtle earthy notes and mild, warming chilli heat.
Variety Heritage: Turkey – Kahramanmaraş region.
Species: Capsicum annuum.
Appearance: Deep red to reddish-brown crushed chilli flakes, approximately 1–3mm, containing natural chilli seeds.
Ingredients: Dried Marash Biber Chillies, including seeds. No added oil or salt.
Pack Size: 50g.
