Tag: Chili Pepper

Chili pepper has preventive and therapeutic properties for many ailments such as different types of cancer, rheumatism, stiff joints, bronchitis and chest colds with cough and headache, arthritis, heart arrhythmias and many other ailments. What are the most common uses for chili pepper? Peppers are an aphrodisiac for some and a major pain in the […]

DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 — Individuals who consume chili pepper may live longer and may have a significantly reduced risk of dying from cardiovascular disease or cancer, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2020. Are chilli peppers good for your heart? It found people who ate chilli […]

1 week. CHILI PEPPERS – FRESH, RAW, WHOLE To maximize the shelf life of raw chili peppers, store in a paper bag in the vegetable crisper of refrigerator. How long do raw chili peppers last in the refrigerator? Properly stored, chili peppers will usually keep well for 1 week in the fridge. How do you […]

They are the same pepper, just a green jalapeño is picked early in the ripening process, while a red jalapeño is left on the vine to mature. During the ripening, jalapeños, like other chilies, turn red. The process takes time so many jalapeños end up multi-hued, various shades of green and red during the aging […]

Loaded with capsaicin–a chemical compound that makes chilli peppers taste hot, you can eat it raw, fried or in a roasted form along with salads and as a side dish in your main meals. Not many know that green chillies are rich in dietary fibre, which is important for a healthy digestive system. Can you […]

The best place to store fresh peppers is in the refrigerator. Simply place the peppers into a plastic bag and keep them in your refrigerator vegetable drawer. Optimal temperature is between 40-45°F. You do not need to wash the peppers before storing. How do you preserve fresh chili peppers? Simply wash and pat dry your […]

Some chilies are quite mild such as bells, pepperoncini, and paprika, which are all low on the Scoville index. The hotter, yet common jalapeno, habanero, and ancho peppers can be mild to medium hot. What is the mildest chili pepper? The mildest peppers such as sweet bell peppers and cherry peppers are at the bottom […]

Chilies or hot peppers can be eaten raw or they can be roasted, grilled, pan-seared, toasted, or stuffed. Chilies can also be added to other cooked dishes; they contain natural chemicals that enhance the flavor of other foods during cooking. Do chillies need to be cooked? Oftentimes, hotter peppers don’t lend themselves to recipes requiring […]

Here are 15 of the best side dishes to serve with chili to elevate an ordinary meal to something special: Cornbread. It may look ordinary, but cornbread is incredibly addictive. Sweet Potato Fries. People of all ages love sweet potato fries. Nachos. Grilled Cheese. Mexican Rice. Coleslaw. Onion Rings. Salad. What does chilli taste good […]

Hot chili peppers range from 100,001 to 350,000 Scoville Heat UnitsScoville Heat UnitsHow Hot is a Guindilla Pepper? These peppers are considered fairly mild, though they do have a small amount of kick. They measure from 1,000 to 2,000 Scoville Heat Units on the Scoville Scale. By comparison, the jalapeno pepper averages about 5,000 Scoville […]

Caribbean Red Chili Pepper: Originally cultivated in Mexico, this intensely spicy pepper is now grown and used around the Caribbean. Scoville heat units: 300,000–475,000. Is a red chili pepper hotter than a jalapeno? Still a bit hotter these peppers are about 10-15 times hotter than the Jalapeno and rate between 30,000-50,000 SHUs. How hot is […]

With enough heat, adrenaline flows and the heart pumps faster. This reaction, according to some physiologists, is part of what makes peppers so enticing. The scale that scientists use to describe a chili’s heat was developed in 1912 by Wilbur Scoville, a chemist at Parke-Davis pharmaceutical company in Detroit. Why are chilli peppers hot? The […]

They contain capsaicin, a compound that likely accounts for many of their health benefits, including weight loss, pain relief, improved heart health and lower ulcer risk. While safe for most, they can cause a temporary burning sensation of the mouth and uncomfortable intestinal side effects in some. What are the benefits of eating chili peppers? […]

The countries with the highest volumes of pepper consumption in 2018 were Viet Nam (166K tonnes), India (86K tonnes) and the U.S. (68K tonnes), with a combined 41% share of global consumption. Which country eats the most peppers? Global Pepper Consumption With nearly X thousand tons, the United States became the world’s leading pepper consuming […]

I found it very interesting to know that the red chilies that are very often attributed to Indian cuisine, did not actually originate in India. Red chilies originated in Mexico and were brought to India by Portuguese traders. Now India tops in the cultivation of dry red chili peppers. Did India have chili peppers? After […]

Make sure the chilli is fully ripe before picking. Using a sharp knife cut the pod in half exposing the seeds. Scrape the seeds away from the flesh taking care not to damage the seeds. Dry the seeds in a dark, well-ventilated space. Do you pick chili peppers when they’re green or red? They can […]

Chillies can be harvested when they are green or red, however, there are some varieties that will not turn red in our climate. If your plant has unripe chillies, you can ripen them off the plant. Try placing them in a bag with a ripe banana as the ethylene given off the ripe fruit will […]

Many pods start to change color after 70-100 days. The chillies do not begin to change color until the seeds are completely formed inside. How do I get my chili peppers to turn red? Simply leave your peppers on a sunny windowsill in a warm room for a few days. They will begin to turn […]

How deep can pepper plants’ roots grow? Typically most larger pepper plants roots are 18 to 24 inches deep. But, if they have more room they can take it – for example, Bell pepper taproots can grow to 3 feet or more in depth. How deep does the soil need to be for peppers? 18-24"For […]

full sun. Do chili plants need sun or shade? Chili peppers grow nicely in full sun. They will grow in partial shade, but they won’t be as productive. A sunny spot is best. Can chili plants get too much sun? Fruits can also become burned when they are exposed to prolonged direct sunlight. The leaves […]