Description
SPECIFICATION
Product Name | Chilli Pepper |
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Origin | Mexico |
Family | Solanaceae |
Binomial name | Capsicum annuum |
INGREDIENTS
Nutrients | Calories 40 kcal Total Carbohydrates – 9 g Dietary Fiber – 1.5 g |
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Minerals | Calcium Iron Magnesium |
Vitamins | Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin B-6 |
Protein | 2 g |
Fat | 0.2 g |
USES & BENEFITS
- Chilli Peppers are sometimes prepared and eaten like a vegetable. The pods can also be dried and then crushed or ground into chilli powder that is used as a spice or seasoning for recipes.
- Capsaicin is a chemical in chilli peppers that gives them the flavour and makes them hot. This chemical is used as an analgesic in topical ointments, nasal sprays, and dermal patches to relieve pain.
- Chillies are used in several cuisines across the world be it the Indian cuisine, the Chinese cuisine or the Italian cuisine.