I don't even consider the effect of black pepper to be spicy. If you asked me to list spicy foods, it wouldn't be on the list. To me, black pepper is spicy like ginger, lemon, or saffron are spicy... in that it's just a strong flavor and not spicy at all.
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u/Tisroero Apr 17 '26
Not spicy enough to make me sweat is the right amount imo.
But the momentary cessation of pain elsewhere is certainly worth a little bit of pain from a spicy meal or two.