Although most chili peppers are indigenous to South America, they are used and grown around the world. Hot peppers are used in abundance in Mexican, South American, Indonesian, African and Oriental cooking, while the milder peppers are common in European and North American recipes. What Are Peppers The word "peppers" can bring to mind several images. On one end of the spectrum is the sweet bell pepper. On the... Read more >
When selecting peppers for heat, the rule of thumb is the smaller the pepper, the hotter it will be. Because it makes sense to select chili peppers by their pungency rather than their species, we have divided the pepper plants featured on this site by heat—sweet peppers to very hot peppers. (For those of you who are particularly interested in plant identification, we've included the species information.) Learn... Read more >
Chili peppers can be used fresh or preserved. This page discusses using fresh peppers and includes a homemade salsa recipe. Click here to read about pickling and drying peppers, as well as uses for preserved peppers. Stuffed Peppers Whether they're sweet bells, mini pimentos, or spicy serranos, stuffed peppers make delicious appetizers or even main courses. Stuffed peppers can be made vegan, ovo-lacto vegetarian... Read more >
While many pepper plants are perennial (flower and fruit year after year) in their native environment, most garden peppers are grown as annuals (replaced every year). Peppers are part of the nightshade family, which also includes tomatoes, eggplant, potatoes and datura. Pepper Planting Peppers, especially hot pepper plants with their colorful fruits, are ideal for spot planting around a garden, providing... Read more >
Chili peppers, like all other fruits and vegetables, are at their very best right after picking. Refrigeration will delay spoilage only for a few days. Preserving through pickling, drying or freezing extends their shelf life so you can enjoy your delicious peppers year round. Pickling Peppers Some of the best chili peppers for pickling and making relishes are the jalapeno, Bermuda hot, pepperoncini, sweet... Read more >
Decorating with chili peppers is easy and can add a spice to your home that goes beyond just taste. Using chili peppers as small accents or even as broader themes fits well into many different styles of décor. About Chili Peppers Chilies are from the genus Capsicum. This genus includes the spicier species that immediately come to mind, as well as the mild bell pepper. Chilies come in many hues, ranging from... Read more >
Hot peppers are those in the 5,000 to 50,000 Scoville Units range. These will really give your mouth a treat. Have some cheese, ice cream or a glass of cold milk on hand when tasting them. Dairy is one of the fastest remedies for hot pepper mouth burn because casein, a protein found in milk, breaks the bond between the capsaicin and the pain receptors in your mouth. Cayenne Peppers The easy-to-grow cayenne... Read more >
Very hot chili peppers range from 80,000 to over 300,000 Scoville Units! They are not for the faint of heart, or the sensitive of mouth. An ice-cold beer or margarita makes a perfect companion for these super-heated chili pepers. The alcohol breaks up the oily capsaicin and acts as a "fire extinguisher. You can also enjoy these hot peppers with crackers, bread, or any other starch and cheese. Avoid water, as the... Read more >
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