Organic
Hungarian Wax
"Adding crunch and sweetness to your meals."
Crunchy and sweet, Hungarian Wax peppers are a popular variety of sweet peppers, often characterized by their vibrant yellow or orange color, glossy appearance, and mildly spicy flavor.
Also known as
Hot Wax, Yellow Wax Pepper, Banana Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94692
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Hungary, Europe
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Hungarian Wax
Hungarian Wax peppers are a versatile vegetable used in various cuisines, from Mediterranean to Asian dishes. They are a great source of vitamin C and contain antioxidants.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Hungarian Wax, a variety of Capsicum, are as follows: it is low in calories, rich in antioxidants and has various health benefits. One 100-gram serving of Hungarian Wax contains approximately 49 calories, 12 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of fat, and 1 gram of protein.
In terms of vitamins and minerals, it contains significant amounts of vitamin C at about 125 milligrams, and vitamin B6 at 0.2 milligrams. It is also a good source of potassium at about 222 milligrams, and contains 0.9 milligrams of copper, and 0.6 milligrams of manganese.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh bell (sweet) and chili peppers. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable bags or containers to maintain humidity and prevent moisture buildup
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Storage Notes: Peppers must be kept between chilling-injury temperatures and warmer temperatures that speed ripening and bacterial soft rot, at high humidity to prevent water loss and shrivel. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 481-484.
Applies to: fresh bell (sweet) and chili peppers.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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