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How old were you when you learned that it's NOT the seeds that make chili peppers spicy? ๐ถ๏ธ๐คฏ Turns out we've been wrong all this time!
Technically, the burning sensation comes from the placenta (the white membrane inside chili peppers), where the compound Capsaicin collects. This mischievous compound "tricks" the pain receptors on your tongue and sends false signals to your brain as if your mouth is on fire! ๐ฅ๐ง
Check out this video for tips on making chili sauce that's more "gentle" on your stomach!
Which team are you on?
๐ถ๏ธ Team Spicy Expert (The spicier the better!)
๐ฅ Team Can't Stand Spicy (Go straight for milk!)
Let us know in the comments if you're the type who grinds chili peppers with the seeds, or do you clean them first? ๐
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