Red Chilli Pepper (Per Kg)

Description

Origin:

Native to Central and South America, it belongs to the Capsicum annuum species.Red peppers are just fully ripened green peppers and have a sweeter flavor.
They are used in a variety of culinary dishes around the world.
Red peppers are one of the highest sources of vitamin C among vegetables.
Other Names:
Yoruba: Tatase
Igbo: ose nkịtị.
Hausa: Tatashi

Health Benefits
:High in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Supports immune system health.
May promote eye health due to its beta-carotene content.

Nutritional Information (per 100g):
Calories: 31 kcal
Carbohydrates: 6.0 g
Sugars: 4.2 g
Fiber: 2.1 g
Protein: 1.0 g
Fat: 0.3 g
Vitamin C: 80.4 mg (134% of Daily Value)
Vitamin A: 3131 IU (63% of Daily Value)

Fun Fact: Did you Know?
Green, red, and yellow bell peppers are from the same plant. You see the different colors are actually from three different stages of maturity of bell peppers. The red bell peppers are actually the fully ripe ones.

Uses:
Used in salads, soups, and stews.
Incorporated into sauces, salsas, and dips.
Used as a topping for pizzas and sandwiches.

Recipes & Videos:
International Recipe: Stuffed Bell PeppersVideo: How to Make Stuffed Bell Peppers
Local Recipe: Nigerian Pepper SoupVideo: Nigerian Pepper Soup Recipe

Best Storage
Method: Store in a perforated plastic bag in the refrigerator.

Shelf Life: 1-2 weeks in the fridge.