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PLU 4686


Chili - Green

"Adding flavor and heat to every dish"

A crunchy and pungent vegetable, green chilies add flavor and heat to a wide variety of dishes. They come in various shades of green and have a firm outer skin with seeds inside. Their slightly bitter taste and aroma make them a popular choice in many cuisines.

Also known as

Green peppers, Hari mirch, Green chillies

Botanical name

Capsicum spp.

Chili - Green illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4686

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

Peppers (Capsicums)All Sizes

Origin

Central and South America

Temperature

7-10°C

Shelf Life

7-14 days

Status

Approved

About Chili - Green

Green chilies are picked before they are fully ripe, when they have a bright green color and a crunchy texture. They can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to stir-fries, and can be stored in the refrigerator to prolong their shelf life.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition facts for Green Chili

100 grams of green chili contains

  • Energy 40 kilocalories

  • Water 92 grams

  • Protein 1 gram

  • Carbohydrates 9 grams

  • Fiber 2 grams

  • Sugar 1 gram

  • Fat 0 grams

  • Sodium 2 milligrams

  • Potassium 470 milligrams

  • Vitamin A 175 micrograms

  • Vitamin C 125 milligrams

  • Calcium 18 milligrams

  • Iron 0.8 milligrams

Storage & Handling

Chili peppers should be stored under cool and humid conditions to prevent dehydration and decay.

Temperature

7-10°C

Humidity

95-100%

Packaging

Ventilated bags or containers to maintain humidity

Shelf Life

7-14 days

Storage Notes: Monitor for moisture accumulation to prevent mold growth.

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Tags

4686Chili - GreenCapsicum spp.All SizesVegetablesPeppers (Capsicums)

Details

Commodity Keypeppers-capsicums
VarietyChili - Green
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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