red pepper flakes
nounUK /ˌred ˈpepə fleɪks/
US /ˌred ˈpepər fleɪks/
Red pepper flakes are tiny pieces of dried hot pepper that people sprinkle on food.
She put red pepper flakes on her pizza to make it spicy.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A topping used in Italian cooking to add a little heat to pasta and sauces.
The restaurant keeps a jar of red pepper flakes on every table.
3. Dried, crushed chili peppers used as a seasoning in many cuisines.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the soup for extra flavor.
4. A spicy condiment often paired with cheese and olive oil.
He sprinkled red pepper flakes over his slice of cheese pizza.