The impact of using hot and spicy peppers in any recipe can maximize the flavor of the dish and give it a real kick. A naturally occurring substance called capsaicinoids creates the burning sensation in the mouth, watering eyes, running noses and perspiration, an experience that some many devotees of the pepper enjoy.
Being high in vitamin C (a valuable antioxidant) and thought to help thin the blood, peppers are a healthy addition to the diet.
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The hottest part of the pepper is the white section or "ribs" inside as well as the seeds: removal of these sections can dampen the pepper's flavor but gloves should always be worn when doing this to avoid burns to the skin.
There are many recognized varieties of peppers including (from hottest to mildest):
* Habanero from Yucatan, Caribbean.
* Scotch Bonnet (yellow) - Jamaica, Caribbean, Belize.
* Jamaican Hot - Jamaica and other Caribbean islands.
* Thai (green) - Southeast Asia, California.
* Cayenne (red) - Louisiana, Mexico, Asia, Africa.
* Serrano - Mexico, Southwest U.S.
* Wax (light yellow) - Mexico, California, Southwest U.S.
* Jalapeno (green) - Oaxaca, Chihauhau, Texas, Southwest U.S.
* Rocotillo - South America.
* Poblano - Puebla, Mexico City region, California.
* New Mexico - Rio Grande Valley.
* Pepperoncini - Mediterranean Basin, California.
* Bell Pepper - Holland, Mediterranean Basin, California.
* Sweet Italian - Mediterranean Basin, California.
As far as heat goes the general rule is that the smaller the pepper, the hotter its flavor is. The sheer versatility of the pepper makes it a mainstay in any chef's spice selection and as it can be dried, preserved and even pickled it takes on a multitude of roles in the kitchen; a very flavorsome sauce can also be made from the combining of peppers with other ingredients, thus widening its long and varied list of uses.
It is also becoming popular to add peppers to some unlikely recipes including chocolate based desserts, biscuits, and exotic drinks. Hot stuff!
A Guide to Hot and Spicy Peppers!
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