Pinole
"Adding flavor and nutrition since ancient times"
Pinole is a traditional Mesoamerican dried corn powder, however, also refers to dried and ground corn seeds mixed with other vegetables spices, seeds or dried chili peppers.
Also known as
Other names are Cakal, chili powder, Chile Seco
Botanical name
Capsicum spp.
Product Details
PLU Code
4704
4-digit conventional code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Mesoamerica ( Present day Central America)
Temperature
10-15°C (50-59°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Pinole
While type of products sold as Pinole can vary, most are classified as dried food products used as flavoring, spice, or as instant ingredients
Nutrition Information
Pinole is a type of dried and toasted corn flour or meal, but based on the provided category of vegetable and botanical name Capsicum spp, I assume the commodity in question is actually a type of pepper, possibly dried and toasted.
The given information indicates it's likely a sweet or bell pepper variety that has been processed into a meal or powder. Here are the nutrition facts per 100g of dried sweet pepper powder:
Energy 375 kcal
Carbohydrates 68g
Fiber 12g
Sugars 12g
Protein 10g
Fat 3g
Sodium 10mg
Potassium 1740mg
Calcium 20mg
Iron 2mg
Vitamin A 10000mcg
Vitamin C 155mg
Storage & Handling
Cool, moderately humid environment with good air circulation
Temperature
10-15°C (50-59°F)
Humidity
80-90%
Packaging
Breathable bags, containers, or boxes with adequate ventilation
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Storage Notes: Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, heat, or moisture. Regularly inspect for mold, rot, or moisture damage.
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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