Season / Availability: August to October
Storage and transport temperature: +6 °C
Usage: Intended for industrial processing, including preservation and pickling, as an ingredient in antipasti and used in the production of paprika cream or paste.
Characteristics:
The cherry pepper is a small – depending on the variety, 2.5 – 4 cm or 3-6 cm – spherical and bright red pepper variety. Its flesh is thick and crunchy, and its flavor is distinctive and hot/spicy. It is excellently suited for pickling, stuffing, and processing whole or chopped.
Nutritional Value / Benefits:
The cherry pepper has a high content of Vitamin C and antioxidants, and is also rich in Vitamin A, potassium, and capsaicin. Capsaicin is a natural compound with metabolism-boosting and anti-inflammatory effects, which can help strengthen the immune system and improve circulation.
