Sichuan peppercorn is an ancient Chinese spice derived from the dried berry husks of the prickly ash tree, a member of the citrus family. It is famous for a floral aroma and a unique, electrifying tingle or numbing sensation on the tongue (ma) rather than fiery heat.
Sichuan peppercorn is an ancient Chinese spice derived from the dried berry husks of the prickly ash tree, a member of the citrus family. It is famous for a floral aroma and a unique, electrifying tingle or numbing sensation on the tongue (ma) rather than fiery heat.