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Long Hot Red Pepper
"Adding heat and flavor to your culinary creations"
A sweet and pungent variety of pepper, the Long Hot Red Pepper is a popular addition to many cuisines, adding a burst of flavor and crunch to various dishes.
Also known as
Red Hot Pepper, Long Cayenne, Aji Picante
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94697
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Native to the Americas, now cultivated in many parts of the world with suitable climates.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Long Hot Red Pepper
The Long Hot Red Pepper is a type of sweet pepper, known for its long, thin shape and vibrant red color. It is often used in stir-fries, sauces, and as a topping for various dishes.
Nutrition Information
For a 100g serving of Long Hot Red Pepper the nutrition facts are approximately as follows:
Energy 88kJ
Protein 1.3g
Fat 0.25g
Carbohydrates 20.48g
Dietary Fiber 1.5g
Sugar 10.64g
Sodium 8mg
Potassium 938mg
Water 78.58g
Vitamin A 177mcg
Vitamin C 242mg
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 cartons to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation.
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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PLU Reference
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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