Organic
Red Finger
"Sweetness in a Crunchy Red Package"
The Red Finger variety of Capsicum is a sweet and slightly smoky pepper, elongated in shape, with vibrant red color.
Also known as
Red Finger Pepper, Sweet Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94707
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Central and South America, widely cultivated in many countries
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Red Finger
Red Finger peppers have a crunchy texture, are low in calories, and rich in vitamins. They are ideal for salads, stir-fries, and grilled dishes.
Nutrition Information
Red Finger vegetable, which is a type of red bell pepper or sweet pepper, contains the following nutrients per 100 grams serving. it has 49 kcal of energy, 1.2 grams of protein, 9.7 grams of carbohydrates, 1.8 grams of fiber, 0.2 grams of fat, 10 milligrams of calcium, 10 milligrams of magnesium, 250 milligrams of potassium, 1 milligram of iron, 0.2 milligrams of zinc, 135 micrograms of vitamin A, 125 milligrams of vitamin C, and trace amounts of other essential vitamins and minerals.
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
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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