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Capsicum contains capsaicin, a chemical that can produce a strong burning sensation (pungency or spiciness) in the mouth of the unaccustomed eater. They are suitable for stuffing with fillings such as cheese, meat or rice. They are also frequently used both chopped and raw in salads Wholesale Alex Avila Jersey , or cooked in stir-fries or other mixed dishes. They can be sliced into strips and fried, roasted whole or in pieces, or chopped and incorporated into salsas or other sauces, of which they are often a main ingredient.
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In the tropics, capsicum fruit or peppers also serve as food preservatives when part of a dish. Care should be exercised when chopping or preparing these peppers and many chefs wear gloves when handling them to avoid exposure to skin or eyes. The oils from diced peppers can remain on a person's skin even after numerous washings Wholesale Curt Schilling Jersey , which can make inadvertent eye-contact a real danger.
Nutritional Value of Capsicum Capsicum has been known to comprise of the following nutrients:
• Carotenoids (Capsanthin, Capsorubin, Carotene and Lutein) • Proteins • Fats • Vitamin A • Vitamin C • Capsaicinoid Oleoresin • Provitamins E, P, B1 Wholesale Luis Gonzalez Jersey , B2 and B3 • Steroidal Alkaloidal Glycosides (Solanine and Solasadine) • Scopoletin (Coumarin)
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