Classic Aleppo Pepper also known as Pul Biber is a variety Capsicum Annuum. This Middle Eastern chilli pepper is typically used in Turkish and Syrian cuisines where it originates from. Used to season many dishes as some of us would use salt and pepper. A very versatile culinary accompaniment. The name, as you may have guessed, comes from the Syrian city of Aleppo. A very versatile culinary accompaniment, it’s used to season many dishes as some of us would use salt and pepper.