Tag: Peppers

If your peppers are undersized, they’re most likely not getting enough water, although their small size may be caused by your climate or the way you planted them. How do you increase the size of a bell pepper? Steps to Increase Pepper Plant Yield: Start your pepper plants indoors. Use grow lights! Use the right […]

Chiles come from the New World, so nobody outside the Americas had them before Columbus and subsequent explorers/traders. Countries where they grew well (hot places) brought them into their cuisine; not so many Europeans, especially northern Europeans, used them. Did peppers come from the Old World? Famously, peppers are native to the New World: Mexico […]

16th century. Distribution to Asia It was introduced in India by the Portuguese towards the end of the 16th century. When did peppers come to China? 16th centuryChili peppers first arrived in China in the late 16th century, when Portuguese and Dutch navigators brought peppers from the Americas to their coastal trading strongholds in Southeast […]

Although not related to commercial pepper (Piper nigrumPiper nigrumBlack pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit, known as a peppercorn, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Black_pepper Are pink Peppers real? Pink peppercorns are not a true peppercorns (genus […]

Chili peppers first arrived in China in the late 16th century, when Portuguese and Dutch navigators brought peppers from the Americas to their coastal trading strongholds in Southeast Asia. From there, they were brought back to China by Chinese seamen who valued them not for their taste, but for their beauty. Where is peppers originally […]

Peppers are native to Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. Pepper seeds were imported to Spain in 1493 and then spread through Europe and Asia. Where are most red peppers grown? More than 70% of the world’s bell peppers are produced in Asia (FAO 2017). China is the largest producer of bell peppers, followed […]

However, the researchers found that the pungency, or heat, in hot chilies acts as a unique defense mechanism. The pungency comes from capsaicinoids, the same chemicals that protect them from fungal attack by dramatically slowing microbial growth. Are peppers spicy to protect themselves? The spicy heat that sears your taste buds when you bite into […]

Another idea, first suggested by Paul Sherman at Cornell University in the 1990s, is that people began seasoning their food because some spices are antimicrobial and guard against food spoilage. In other words, humans may have learned to love spicy food for evolutionary reasons – because it was safer to eat. When did humans start […]

capsaicin. The “hot” in hot peppers is due to capsaicin (C18H27NO3), a colorless, odorless oil-like compound found in the fruit of a plant that is a close relative of the tomato. Capsaicin is primarily found in the membrane that holds the seeds. What is the chemical in hot peppers called? CapsaicinCapsaicin is a chemical compound […]

ABSTRACT. The wild chili pepper Capsicum chacoense produces the spicy defense compounds known as capsaicinoids, including capsaicin and dihydrocapsaicin, which are antagonistic to the growth of fungal pathogens. Are peppers antifungal? Anti-Fungal Properties The final cayenne pepper benefit is its ability to kill fungus and prevent the formation of fungal pathogens. Cayenne pepper was investigated […]

What are the 5 top health benefits of bell peppers? May reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. May reduce the likelihood of anaemia. May protect against certain chronic diseases. May delay age-related memory loss. May have blood-sugar lowering effects. Are bell peppers safe for everyone? What are the health benefits of peppers? They’re […]

Bell peppers are rich in antioxidants, which are associated with better health and protection against conditions like heart disease and cancer. For instance, peppers are especially rich in antioxidant vitamins including vitamins C, E and beta-carotene. What does eating peppers do for your body? They’re low in calories and are loaded with good nutrition. All […]

What Are Sweet Peppers? The term “sweet pepper” refers to a range of pepper varieties with mild heat and fruity or sweet flavor, including bell peppers, banana peppers, and pimentos. These vibrant peppers belong to the Capsicum genus alongside hot peppers like paprika, habañeros, and jalapeños. What is another name for a sweet pepper? The […]

Peppers are actually fruits because they are produced from a flowering plant and contain seeds-most people think of them as vegetables. Red bell peppers are sweeter than green ones because bell peppers sweeten as they ripen. Red bell peppers have more than twice the vitamin C of a green pepper. Did you know facts about […]

Characteristics: This long pepper is relatively mild and very versatile. When mature, the Anaheim turns deep red and are referred to a chile Colorado or California red chile. Anaheims are popular in salsas and dishes from the American Southwest. What are long skinny red peppers? This bright red pepper is usually consumed in its dried, […]

The best hot peppers for salsa include Serrano peppers, Tabasco peppers and cayenne peppers. Serrano peppers are biting hot and do not need to be peeled or steamed before using, making them easy to add to salsas. Peppers reach 10 centimeters long, and turn orange, red or brown from a bright green when mature. What […]

Carolina Reaper – Officially crowned the world’s hottest chili pepper by Guinness Records, the Carolina Reaper is said to be a cross of intense heat and a fruity flavor. Classified to be six hundred times hotter than a jalapeño, this is one pepper you don’t want to mess with! Which bell pepper has the best […]

According to this Facebook user, bell peppers with four lobes are sweeter and best eaten raw. They also contain more seeds so they are better for harvesting seeds to plant in a garden. Bell peppers with three lobes are best cooked or grilled, and they also contain less seeds. What color bell pepper is best […]

Photo by Chris Astley. Bell Pepper. Alternate Names: Green pepper, red pepper, sweet bell pepper, capsicum. Poblano Pepper. Alternate Name: Ancho. Anaheim Pepper. Alternate Names: California green chile, chile verde, New Mexican chile. Serrano Pepper. Habañero Pepper. Cayenne Pepper. Rocoto Pepper. Piri Piri. How many varieties of pepper are there? There are over 600 varieties […]

If the pepper is green, the answer is no. Peppers which have reached maturity have a different color such as red, yellow, or orange. Even brightly colored peppers may have been picked at an immature stage which resulted in seeds which didn’t ripen sufficiently to germinate. How do you regrow store-bought peppers? Materials to Grow […]