If you are looking for a less spicy variety of Sichuan pepper, in fact, Sichuan pepper itself belongs to the category of medium to slightly spicy in the chili family. Compared to other spicier varieties such as Xiaomi pepper and Erjingtiao, its spiciness is relatively moderate. However, the spiciness of chili peppers is also influenced by the planting environment, soil conditions, climate, and the variety itself, so even the same type of chili pepper may vary due to the above factors.
Here are some relatively less spicy varieties of Sichuan pepper or selection suggestions:
1. Variety selection: In the market, you can ask the seller if there are any specially cultivated low spiciness screw pepper varieties. Some agricultural research institutions or growers will specifically cultivate chili varieties with lower spiciness according to market demand.
2. Color observation: Generally speaking, screw peppers with lighter and greener colors may have relatively lower spiciness. Although this is not absolute, it can serve as a reference factor.
3. Try or inquire: If conditions permit, you can try a small portion to determine its spiciness. Alternatively, you can inquire with the seller about the approximate spiciness of the screw peppers in this batch, as the same variety of peppers may also vary between different batches.
4. Cooking method: Even if you choose relatively mild Sichuan peppercorns, the cooking method will still affect the final spicy sensation. For example, stir frying chili peppers with garlic, soy sauce, and other seasonings, or making them into dishes such as tiger skin and green peppers, can further reduce the spiciness and make them more suitable for people who are not very fond of spicy food.
Although it is not possible to directly recommend a specific brand or variety of "completely non spicy" Sichuan pepper, through the above methods, you can try to choose Sichuan pepper with relatively lower spiciness and more suitable for your taste.