Verduras

Fresh cayenne peppers

Fresh cayenne peppers
Popularity 7 recipes

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Ingredient Information

Name

Fresh cayenne peppers

Category

Verduras

Popularity

7 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Fresh cayenne peppers are elongated and thin fruits with an intense red color when ripe, known for their spicy flavor and characteristic aroma. They are a variety of chili pepper native to tropical America, particularly popular in Mexican, Caribbean, and Central American cuisine.

These peppers are commonly used to add a spicy and vibrant touch to sauces, stews, marinades, and sofritos, providing a persistent heat without overpowering the other flavors of the dish.

Regarding their properties, fresh cayenne peppers are rich in vitamin C, capsaicin (the compound responsible for their spiciness), and antioxidants. Capsaicin is known for its health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties and the ability to stimulate metabolism.

In different Hispanic American countries, fresh cayenne peppers are also known as hot chili pepper, devil's chili, or simply chili, although these terms may vary by region.

Nutritional Properties

1.5g
fiber
5mcg
folate
322mg
potassium
40
calories
800mcg
lycopene
2g
protein
143.7mg
vitamin c
0.4g
total fat
9g
carbohydrates

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