Organic
New Mexico Pepper
"Adding sizzle and flavor to the culinary world"
A mildly sweet to moderately hot pepper variety, prized for its rich flavor and crunchy texture, adding depth and vibrancy to a multitude of culinary dishes.
Also known as
Anaheim Pepper, Long Green Chile, Big Jim
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94700
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
New Mexico, USA, and other parts of the southwestern United States
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About New Mexico Pepper
New Mexico Peppers are rich in antioxidants and vitamins. They are often used in Southwestern American cuisine, particularly in sauces, stews, and as a topping for various dishes.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts for New Mexico Pepper per 100 grams raw
Energy 49 kcal
Carbohydrates 11.9 g
Fiber 1.4 g
Protein 1.3 g
Fat 0.5 g
Vitamin C 82.2 mg
Vitamin B6 0.4 mg
Vitamin E 1.2 mg
Manganese 0.6 mg
Potassium 321 mg
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
Ventilated containers or polyethylene bags to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss
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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