Tag: Mala spice

According to a 2021 meta-analysis published in PubMed, regular consumption of spicy chili food was associated with a 12% lower risk of all-cause mortality, suggesting some benefits from spicy food compounds. Mala spice, with its signature fiery and numbing flavors, offers a fascinating mix of health-boosting properties alongside potential pitfalls depending on its preparation.

Sichuan peppercorns are not actually true peppercorns but are instead the dried husks of berries from the prickly ash shrub, and they are generally recognized as safe to eat when properly prepared. This unique spice is a staple in Sichuan cuisine, known for producing a numbing, tingling sensation called *málà*, rather than pure heat like chili peppers.