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    Chili peppers, also spelled chile or chilli [1] (from Classical Nahuatl chīlli [ˈt͡ʃiːlːi] ⓘ ), are varieties of the berry-fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum, which are members of the nightshade family Solanaceae, cultivated for their pungency. [2] . Chili peppers are widely used in many cuisines as a spice to add "heat" to dishes.

  2. Jul 31, 2023 · Chili peppers are spicy fruits that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They may help with pain relief, weight loss, and acid reflux, but they can also cause burning sensation and other side effects.

  3. Mar 8, 2024 · Learn about the types, nutrition, and health benefits of chili peppers, from boosting your immune system to preventing heart disease. Find out how to prepare, dry, and make chili powder from chilis, and get some recipes to try.

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  5. 4 days ago · Learn about chili pepper, a spicy and pungent plant native to the Americas and cultivated worldwide. Find out about its different species, cultivars, uses, and health benefits.

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    • Bell Peppers. Scoville Heat Units: 0. Origins: Hungary. Flavor and Uses: The only pepper on this list that doesn’t contain capsaicin, bell peppers are mild or even sweet.
    • Banana Pepper. Scoville Heat Units: 1-500. Origins: Americas. Flavor and Uses: Named for their shape and color (they taste nothing like bananas), these, typically, very mild peppers add sweetness and crunch to recipes when used raw.
    • Paprika Peppers. Scoville Heat Units: 250-1,000. Origins: Americas/Hungary. Flavor and Uses: Though the peppers were introduced from the Americas in the 17th century, the namesake spice comes mainly from Hungary, where there are eight principal varieties.
    • Pimento (Pimiento) Peppers / Cherry Pepper. Scoville Heat Units: 500-1,000. Origins: Spain. Flavor and Uses: Another mild one, these sweet and juicy peppers look just like cherries or cherry tomatoes.
  6. Learn more about the types of chili peppers in the world, from sweet and mild to superhot. Browse our large selection of chili pepper types categorized by heat level or listed alphabetically, with photos, descriptions and Scoville units.

  7. Learn about the diversity and complexity of hot peppers with this comprehensive list. Compare their Scoville scores, origins, types, uses, and flavors with jalapeño as a reference point.