Santa Fe Grande pepper

Santa Fe Grande Pepper

The Santa Fe Grande pepper (also known as Guero pepper) is a type of chili pepper that is popular in Southwestern U.S. and Mexican cuisine. It is a cultivar of the species Capsicum annuum.

Description

The Santa Fe Grande pepper is a medium-sized chili pepper that typically measures between 2 to 4 inches in length and about 1 inch in width. The peppers are usually yellow in color when they are immature, but they turn to a bright red or orange as they ripen. The plant itself is a bushy, upright plant that can reach up to 2 feet in height.

Culinary Uses

Santa Fe Grande peppers are known for their slightly sweet flavor and mild to medium heat, which is similar to the Jalapeño. They are commonly used in a variety of dishes, including salsas, chili con carne, and pickling. In addition to their culinary uses, these peppers are also often used as an ornamental plant due to their colorful fruits.

Cultivation

Like most chili peppers, the Santa Fe Grande prefers a warm, sunny environment and well-drained soil. The seeds are typically sown indoors in late winter or early spring and transplanted outdoors after the last frost. The plants are relatively easy to grow and are resistant to most common pepper diseases.

Nutritional Value

Santa Fe Grande peppers are rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin A, and also contain significant amounts of capsaicin, a compound that is believed to have numerous health benefits.

See Also

• List of Capsicum cultivars
• Scoville scale