What Spice Has a Numbing Effect? The Truth About Sichuan Peppercorns
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Over 2,000 years ago, Sichuan peppercorns were used in traditional Chinese medicine and cuisine, and today they remain the most well-known spice to produce a unique and memorable numbing effect. This distinctive sensation, known as 'ma' in Mandarin, is what truly sets it apart from traditional heat-giving spices.
