The bell pepper (also known as sweet pepper, pepper, or capsicum) is the fruit of plants in the Grossum cultivar group of the species Capsicum annuum. Cultivars of the plant produce fruits in different colors, including red, yellow, orange, green, white, and purple. Bell peppers are sometimes grouped with less pungent chili varieties as “sweet peppers”. While they are fruits—botanically classified as berries—they are commonly used as a vegetable ingredient or side dish. The fruits of the Capsicum genus are categorized as chili peppers.

Peppers are native to Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. Pepper seeds were imported to Spain in 1493 and then spread through Europe and Asia. The mild bell pepper cultivar was developed in the 1920s, in Szeged, Hungary.^[rx] Preferred growing conditions for bell peppers include warm, moist soil in a temperature range of 21 to 29 °C (70 to 84 °F).^[rx]

 

Bell pepper, also known as sweet pepper, is one of the most commonly used chili peppers in the Capsicum annuum family and is native to Mexico and northern Latin America. These are scientifically known as Capsicum annuum and belong to the category of nightshade (Solanaceae) family of plants comprising of cayenne pepper, chili pepper, potatoes, tomatoes, and eggplant.  Bell peppers are fruit pods on the capsicum plant grown for their subtle hotness yet sweet, the delicate peppery flavor they extend to the recipes. Botanically, it is a small perennial shrub in the nightshade or Solanaceae family, in the genus, capsicum. Apart from bell pepper, it Is also known as African Pepper, Capsicum Pepper, Bell Pepper, Cayenne, Cayenne Pepper, Chili, Cherry Pepper, Chili Pepper, Chili, Chilly Pepper, Chiltepin, Christmas Pepper, Cone Pepper, Green Capsicum, Green Pepper, Halapenos, Hungarian Pepper, Jalapeno Pepper, Long Pepper and many more. Bell peppers are consumed as vegetables, either raw or cooked. Just like their close relatives, the chili peppers, bell peppers are sometimes dried and powdered. In that case, they are referred to as paprika. They are low in calories and exceptionally rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants, making them an excellent addition to a healthy diet.

Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) are the fruits of certain plants from the nightshade family. They are related to chili peppers, tomatoes, and breadfruit, all of which are native to Central and South America. Also called sweet peppers or capsicums, bell peppers are eaten as vegetables, either raw or cooked. Like their close relatives, the chili peppers, bell peppers are sometimes dried and powdered. In that case, they are referred to as paprika. They are low in calories and exceptionally rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants, making them an excellent addition to a healthy diet. Bell peppers are a great combination of tangy taste and crunchy texture. Green and purple peppers are slightly bitter in taste whereas red, yellow, and orange have a sweeter and fruity taste. Today, they grew widely in many parts of the world as an important commercial crop.

Bell Peppers Scientific Classification

Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum

Capsicum spp. has a long history of cultivation and utilization. It was consumed by the Indians of South and Central America as early as 7000 BC, and the plant was cultivated in fields some 2000 years later. Perry and Flannery (2007) reported the presence of the plant at the Guilá Naquitz cave in Oaxaca, Mexico. The state of Oaxaca is one of the centers of origin of C. annuum, where archaeobotanical traces date back from 600 to 1521 BC. It is noted that peppers have been part of the Mexican diet for at least a century.

Following the period of early Spanish colonization of the Americas, the plant was brought to Europe and then introduced to other tropical, subtropical, and temperate countries. It was spread to Central Europe by the Turks during the period when the Ottoman Empire extended as far north as Hungary. The Turks appeared to have first encountered it in 1513 at Hormuz, a Portuguese colony in the Persian Gulf.

Plant

Bell pepper is a small, branched, mostly erect, annual, or perennial herbaceous shrub, 30–80 cm tall. The plant requires a warm environment to grow well and prefers well-structured, well-drained, friable, sandy loam. It is intolerant of high salt content in the soil and frost. The plant has short or deep taproots with glabrescent stems. Leaves are solitary or paired; alternate, petiole 4–7 cm; leaf blade oblong to ovate, ovate, or ovate-lanceolate, 4–13 × 1.5–4 cm, glabrescent, base narrowed, margin entire and wavy, apex short acuminate or acute. Flowers are small, off-white, pendent. The calyx is campanulate, 2–3 × 3 mm five-toothed, undulate, and green. Corolla rotates, five-lobed white, 10 mm. Stamens 5, inserted, anthers bluish/purplish, 1.8–2 mm. Ovary superior, 2–3 locular with numerous ovules, style short with capitate stigma.

Fruit

Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) are the fruits of certain plants from the nightshade family. Normally they are berry, pericarp fleshy and firm, pendent, hollow,  variously shaped; up to 15 cm. Peppers are usually green when young to mostly red-orange, yellow, white, brown or purple when mature. Color changes in most commercial cultivars are green to red, green to yellow, or green to orange. Usually, fruits of the purple and white varieties have these colors as they develop, and therefore do not have a green stage. Skin is normally smooth. It has a bitter taste while young turning to milder and sweeter as they mature. Seeds are discoid or reniform,  pale yellow, 3–5 mm across. Bell peppers are a great combination of tangy taste and crunchy texture. Green and purple peppers are slightly bitter in taste whereas yellow, red, and orange have a fruity and sweeter taste. Bell peppers add flavor to the food no matter how they are prepared, whether they are baked, roasted, cooked, or stuffed.

History

Bell pepper is also known as C. annuum is considered to have originated from Mexico and northern Latin America. It was introduced all over the world where it is now extensively grown worldwide as a spice and medicine. Today, it can be found growing in tropical and temperate areas around the world but China is the world’s largest pepper producer, followed by Mexico and Indonesia.

Health benefits of Bell peppers

Loaded with essential minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients, bell peppers have remarkable health benefits. The bell-shaped vegetables are low in calories and high in water content. Its cholesterol-free feature makes it more attractive to fitness-conscious people. You will find bell pepper in a variety of colors like green, orange, red and yellow. Bell pepper could be consumed in several ways to boost up your health.  Listed below are some of the popular health benefits of bell pepper.

1. Eye Health

The most common types of visual deficiencies are macular degeneration and cataracts and the main causes are old age and infections. Though, nutrition plays a significant role in the development of these diseases.

Bell pepper consists of a higher amount of Lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoids which may improve eye health considerably when consumed in sufficient amounts. In fact, they protect the human retina, the light-sensitive inner wall of the eye, from oxidative damage.

Research indicates that regular consumption of foods rich in these carotenoids helps to cut the risk of both cataracts and macular degeneration. Therefore including bell peppers to your regular diet may be an excellent way to lower the risk of visual impairments.(1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), (10), (11), (12)

2. Anti-Cancer Benefits

As discussed before bell pepper is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients which provide several anti-cancer benefits. The risk of cancer increases due to chronic excessive inflammation and chronic unwanted oxidative stress. These factors can be counterbalanced with regular intake of phytonutrients having antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Besides, bell peppers also contain health-supportive sulfur compounds. The enzymes found in bell pepper help to prevent gastric cancer and esophageal cancer. Carotenoid lycopene found in a bell pepper is also effective in the prevention of prostate, bladder, cervix, and pancreas cancer.

3. Prevention of Anemia

Anemia is a common condition described by the reduced ability of the blood to carry oxygen. One of the most common causes of anemia is iron deficiency and the main symptoms are weakness and tiredness.

Apart from being a decent source of iron, bell peppers are also exceptionally rich in vitamin C, which increases the absorption of iron from the gut. One medium-sized red bell pepper may contain 134% of the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin C.

Absorption of dietary iron is significantly increased with the regular consumption of fruits and vegetables that are rich in vitamin C. For this reason, consuming bell peppers with iron-rich foods, such as meat or spinach, may help increase your body’s iron stores, decreasing the risk of anemia.(13), (14)

4. Weight Loss

Bell peppers are very low in fat and calories- about 1 gram of fat and 29 calories per cup- which makes them a perfect snack option, or a great supplement for the main meal. This small amount of fat is sufficient to provide reliable storage for bell pepper’s fat-soluble nutrients.

5. Anti-inflammatory properties

Bell pepper or capsicum consists of phytochemical constituents that are shown to produce an anti-inflammatory response that proves to ease peripheral neurogenic pain such as related to Crohn’s disease, an inflammatory disease of the bowel. Another example of peripheral neurogenic inflammation is cutaneous pain of the skin. Its creams and balms are often massaged topically onto the skin with care taken to avoid open areas and mucous membranes. The burning effect of capsicum is felt when applied to the skin. This is caused by an inflammatory response of the peripheral nerve endings, but regular application deadens the sensory nerve endings which relieve chronic diabetic neurogenic pain. Some recommend that the anti-inflammatory effect of capsicum help to relieve pain related to arthritis. Its cream can also be used as an option for treating this malady and many others.(15)

6. Cardiovascular Health

Research has recommended that flavonoid present in a bell pepper is beneficial towards preventing coronary heart disease. Capsicum is both warming and vasodilative. The suggested effect of the vasodilative properties of capsicum is the improvement of hypotension and decreased heart rate. Vasodilatation allows for improved blood flow resulting in better oxygenation of organ tissues. This is most likely due to the tachykinins, a known bioactive ingredient in capsicum.

7. Supports the Immune System

Vitamin C present in Bell pepper is vital for maintaining a healthy immune system and for building strong collagen to support skin and joints. It is helpful in lowering the risk of arthritis and reducing inflammation. Apart from that Vitamin K aids in the formation of blood clots. It is important for developing strong bones and protecting cells from oxidative damage.

8. Strengthens Hair Follicles

Bell pepper is quite beneficial for hair as they are an excellent source of vitamin C which is essential for hair health. Vitamin C helps in the proper absorption of iron, therefore ensuring that there is enough iron in red blood cells to carry oxygen to hair follicles. Vitamin C is also used in the formation of collagen. Collagen is required by hair follicles, blood vessels, and skin to stay healthy and for optimal growth. Vitamin C deficiency can cause dry, splitting hair that breaks easily.

9. Hypoglycemic

With the worldwide prevalence of diabetes, the consideration of capsicum as hypoglycemic medicinal has motivated research into this matter. Some research has indicated, though not yet concluded that capsicum may stimulate insulin production which results in lower blood glucose. This would determine the possibility of capsicum to be beneficial in preventing the onset of type II diabetes and its potential complications. The hypoglycemic benefits of capsicum are most concentrated when the capsicum chili is green.(16)

10. Psoriasis

Several types of research showed the effectiveness of Capsicum for treating symptoms of fibromyalgia when applied topically. Those using capsicum topically stated beneficial effects in decreasing tenderness and improvement of sleep.

11. Mucilage

Capsicum is one of the best sources of tannins. Tannins are astringent and are often considered for their benefits when treating gastrointestinal disorders that produce diarrhea such as dysentery and other microbial disorders. Gastric mucilage acts to protect the gastric lining. A causative effect of peptic ulcer development is the breakdown of gastric mucilage which is causative of the ulcerations made with increased gastric acid contact with the stomach lining. It works as mucilage when ingested by increasing the production of gastric mucus.

Increased gastric mucus and the anti-inflammatory properties of capsicum may result in beneficial effects in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease. Another example of the reliability of capsicum in producing mucus that is more readily observable is that of increased nasal drainage when ingesting peppers with high concentrations of the heat-producing phytochemical capsicum. Also, for this reason, it is beneficial to avoid touching eyes and bodily mucus membranes during the preparation of capsicum peppers and to wash hands thoroughly after preparation to avoid transferring volatile oils containing capsicum to these sensitive areas.(17)

12. Healthy Skin

Vitamin E is quite important for better skin health. Vitamin E helps to nourish skin for the healthy development of cells, therefore providing healthy and supple skin. Bell pepper provides antioxidants and flavonoids that protect skin from free radicals. Free radicals are responsible for skin cells damage leading to aging.

Red Bell Pepper: Skin Benefits

Red bell peppers contain twice the amount of vitamin C as their other varieties which makes them extremely beneficial for your skin. Some of their benefits for skin are as follows.

1. Vitamin C contained in red bell peppers helps to form collagen, a structural fiber that is needed to hold everything together. Collagen is required by your skin to remain healthy and even minor deficiencies in vitamin C can cause skin problems.
2. Red bell peppers are great sources of three cancer-fighting carotenoids: lutein, beta-cryptoxanthin, and zeaxanthin. Apart from being excellent for skin, these carotenoids help in reducing swelling caused by arthritis because of their high silicon content. Red bell pepper juice is also known for its healing qualities.

Red Bell Pepper: Hair Benefits

Apart from their health and skin benefits, red bell peppers are beneficial for your hair in the following ways.

1. As pointed out earlier, red bell peppers are great sources of vitamin C which are involved in the formation of collagen. Hair follicles require collagen to stay healthy and for optimum growth. Deficiencies of vitamin C can cause dry, splitting, and brittle hair.
2. Red bell pepper can be very beneficial in preventing hair loss as it improves blood flow to stimulate hair growth and protects the hair follicles from the effect of DHT.
3. The spiciness of red bell pepper can help speed up hair growth by over 50 percent. Boil a few slices of red bell pepper in water for 10 minutes and cool it for 15 minutes. Then apply it on your scalp for 30 minutes and rinse away. Doing this regularly will stimulate hair growth.

Red bell peppers are a healthy option provided that you are not allergic to them. Also, ensure to store the red bell peppers away from meat to avoid them from getting infected by bacteria.

1. Good for Eyes

Being high in vitamin A, red bell peppers/capsicum help to support healthy eyesight, especially night vision. They are a rich source of a carotenoid called lutein that helps in lowering the risk of macular degeneration of the eyes. Macular degeneration of the eyes is the most common cause of age-related vision loss. Bell peppers/capsicum also protect your eyes from cataracts due to their high levels of beta-carotene and vitamin C.

2. Burns more Calories

Red bell peppers/capsicum help in activating thermogenesis and increasing the metabolic rate. Capsaicin which is responsible for increasing the hotness of other peppers is found in bell peppers/capsicum in very small amounts. Thus, they have a mild thermogenic action that increases the metabolism without increasing the heart rate and blood pressure, unlike hot peppers. Hence, they can support weight loss.

3. Anti-Cancer Benefits

Being rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients, bell pepper/capsicum provides several anti-cancer benefits. The risk of cancer increases due to chronic excessive inflammation and chronic unwanted oxidative stress. These factors can be offset with regular intake of phytonutrients having antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Moreover, bell peppers/capsicum also contain health-supportive sulfur compounds. The enzymes in bell pepper/capsicum help to prevent gastric cancer and esophageal cancer. The carotenoid lycopene is found to be effective in the prevention of prostate, bladder, cervix, and pancreas cancer.

4. Cardiovascular Benefits

Red bell peppers/capsicum are rich in lycopene, thus making them excellent for a healthy heart whereas green bell peppers/capsicum are a good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber. Increased homocysteine levels can lead to a higher risk of heart disease. Bell peppers/capsicum contain vitamin B6 and folate which help to lower homocysteine levels. In addition to these, the powerful antioxidants vitamins A and C present in these vegetables helps to wipe out free radicals. Potassium contained in bell peppers/capsicum lowers about 162 milligrams of blood pressure which is also beneficial for the heart.

5. Supports the Immune System

Vitamin C is vital for maintaining a healthy immune system and for building strong collagen to support skin and joints. It is instrumental in lowering the risk of arthritis and reducing inflammation. Vitamin K aids in the formation of blood clots. It is important for developing strong bones and protecting cells from oxidative damage.

6. Great source of Vitamin B6 and Magnesium

The combination of vitamin B6 and the mineral magnesium leads to decrease in anxiety levels, particularly due to pre-menstrual symptoms. Being a natural diuretic, vitamin B6 helps to reduce bloating and prevents hypertension.

7. Cures Iron Deficiency

Red bell peppers/capsicum provide almost 300 percent of the daily vitamin C requirement. Vitamin C is essential for the proper absorption of iron. Thus, those suffering from iron deficiency should consume red peppers.

8. Benefits of Capsaicin

Capsaicin is found in the white membranes of peppers which is responsible for imparting heat to the seeds as well. It lowers cholesterol levels and triglycerides. It kills the ulcer-causing bacteria in the stomach and boosts immunity.

9. Detoxifying Properties

Bell peppers/capsicum help in clearing out the congested mucus membranes in the nose and lungs and eliminate toxins through sweating.

10. Benefits of Potassium

Bell peppers/capsicum are good sources of potassium. This mineral helps in keeping the fluids and minerals balanced in the body. It enhances muscle function and regulates blood pressure.

11. Effective In Curing Gastrointestinal Disorders

Bell pepper/capsicum juice has proven to be effective in curing gastrointestinal disorders such as ulcers, diarrhea, and dyspepsia. It also lowers the incidence of several respiratory problems such as emphysema, asthma, and infections in the lungs. Drinking bell pepper/capsicum juice is an effective remedy against sore throats and nose bleeds.

12. High Silicon Supports Hair & Nails

Green bell pepper/capsicum has a high content of natural silicon which may support healthy hair and nails.

13. Stimulates Hair Growth

Getting healthy long and thick hair is everyone’s dream but unfortunately, an unhealthy lifestyle and lack of proper supply of nutrients in the diet often lead to several hair problems like hair thinning dandruff, split ends, and hair loss. Now, this might appear strange but bell pepper/capsicum can support hair growth by improving the circulation of blood to the scalp dot by stimulating circulation. Bell peppers/capsicum improved the effectiveness of other herbs. Red bell pepper/capsicum is a natural hair growth stimulator and is highly effective in curing hair loss in case of hair loss capsicum improves blood flow which is vital for proper growth of hair and protection of hair follicles from the effects of diet testosterone

14. Strengthens Hair Follicles

One of the reasons why bell peppers/capsicum plants and fruits are good for hair is the fact that they are excellent sources of zinc which are essential for hair health. Vitamin C helps in the proper absorption of iron thus ensuring that there is enough iron and red blood cells to carry oxygen to hair follicles. Vitamin C is also used in the formation of collagen. Collagen is required by hair follicles blood vessels and skin to stay healthy and for their optimal growth. Vitamin C deficiency can cause dry splitting hair that breaks easily.

15. Enhances Hair Growth & Health

Applying bell pepper/capsicum on hair can be effective in triggering hair growth through the improvement of blood circulation in the scalp. Boil few dry red bell peppers/capsicum in water and leave it for five to six minutes. After cooling it massage it on your scalp with the help of a cotton pad and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes. Then wash off the hair. This should be done twice a week for best results. The spiciness of bell pepper/capsicum enhances the growth and health of the hair.

16. Fights Oxidative Damage

Red, green, and yellow bell peppers/capsicum are rich in vitamin C which helps in the production of collagen. Collagen keeps the skin firm and protects the cells from further damage. It increases the ability of the skin to fight against oxidative damage.

17. Turns Skin Healthy & Youthful

Healthy and radiant skin plays an important role in enhancing the overall appearance. Some of the common skin problems faced today by many people are the appearance of wrinkles, discoloration, thickening, and a decrease in elasticity. Most of the skin damage occurs due to exposure to smoking and sunlight. The antioxidants and phytochemicals present in bell pepper/capsicum juice make the skin healthy and youthful.

18. Heals Shingles & Athlete’s Foot

Due to their antifungal and antibacterial properties, bell pepper/capsicum can alleviate infections like shingles and athlete’s foot in combination with proper medication.

19. Reverses Signs of Ageing

Consumption of bell pepper/capsicum juice helps in reversing the signs of aging. Due to its high antioxidant levels, bell peppers/capsicum protect the skin from damage, causing free radicals. Thus promoting healthy and younger-looking skin.

20. Clears Skin Blemishes & Rashes

The mixture of carrot and green bell pepper/capsicum juice can be very effective in clearing blemishes and rashes on the skin.

How to Eat

• Capsicum annuum and C. frustecens are the most consumed spices in the world.
• Fruits are used for fresh consumption – raw or cooked, and they are sold as frozen, canned, dried (whole or crushed pieces) and pickled fruit.
• Fruit is also processed as fermented products, powders, sauces, salsas, and coloring agents.
• Seed oil is edible and used for flavoring and seasoning.
• Chili in the form of powder or paste is a vital ingredient for curries. Fermented sweet peppers are produced in west Asia and Africa.
• Fresh market types such as bell peppers, Cuban, and squash, are usually non-pungent, and eaten raw, stir-fried, or prepared in some fashion to season a culinary dish.
• Paprika and paprika oleoresin is currently used in a wide assortment of foods.
• Young leaves and flowers are eaten as a potherb or added to soups and stew in Southeast Asia and PNG.

Other Traditional uses and benefits of Bell Pepper

• Various parts of the Capsicum annuum have been used in traditional medicine.
• Fruit is considered to be anti-haemorrhoidal, tonic, digestive, antiseptic, and diaphoretic, sialagogue, irritant, rubefacient and anti-rheumatic.
• It is ingested internally for the treatment of the cold stage of fevers, debility during convalescence, or old age, for asthma, varicose veins, and stomach upsets.
• Externally, it is used as a therapy for sprains, unbroken chilblains, neuralgia, and pleurisy.
• Fruit of the red pepper (namcho) is used to warm body coldness, to activate the stomach function, to smooth blocked internal organs, and is used to treat stomach aches, emesis, dysentery, chilblain, and scabies in Korean traditional medicine.
• The stem is called nalchogyung and is used to treat rheumatic psychroalgia.
• Root, called nalchodoo, is used to treat asthenia of the limbs.
• Leaves are used to treat emesis, dysentery, and scabies.
• Root has been recorded as a decoction for treating gonorrhea in Peninsular Malaysia.

Other Facts

• Some C. annuum cultivars are grown as ornamentals particularly those displaying fruit in four or five colors on the same plant at the same time and those with unusual fruit shapes or for their dense foliage and bright colorful fruits and for their bright red fruits used as decorations during the festive season such as Christmas.
• The fruits and shoots with fruits dried or fresh are used as wreaths, house decorations, and floral arrangements.
• Mature bright red chilies are hung in colorful strings (ristras) used as symbols of hospitality in New Mexico.
• Paprika and paprika oleoresin besides being used in a wide assortment of foods, drugs, and cosmetics, are also used for improving the feather color of flamingos in zoos or koi fish in aquariums.
• Chili pepper extracts and oleoresin are used in the production of self-defense and less-than-lethal (LTL) weaponry.

Types of bell peppers

There are mostly green, brown, red, orange, yellow, purple, as well as black peppers.

1. Green Bell Peppers

These are the peppers so numerous others grew up with. These are grassy in taste as well as super-crunchy in structure.

2. Orange Bell Peppers

Like their bright rivals, the yellow bell peppers, orange bell peppers really are a little bit much less tasty when compared with red bell peppers, however, just like sweet and simple as pretty. Make use of them uncooked within salads or even toast them as much as add their bright orange sunshine to meals.

3. Purple Bell Peppers

Purple bell peppers are much less sweet than red, orange, or even yellow bell peppers, however certainly more gratifying when compared with green ones. They’re ideal in preparing salads or any other raw recipes. Their outstanding gleaming purple colors convert dull or even a little bit grey whenever cooked.

4. Red Bell Peppers

Red bell peppers are, possibly, the most common sweet peppers since there, in fact, very sweet. Their vibrant colors, as well as fairly sweet taste, cause them to be ideal for putting directly into salads (similar to this Corn Avocado Pepper Salad or this Bell Pepper Salad. Red peppers have got a much less grassy taste when compared with the majority of peppers and turn into silken as well as delicious whenever roasted.

5. Yellow Bell Peppers

Yellow peppers may be used just like red or even orange peppers. They’re likewise sweet, yet have got a gentler flavor. They roast up superbly, much like red peppers, and maintain their lovely yellow color whenever cooked.

How to store: 

Store unwashed bell peppers inside a plastic material bag within the fridge. They will likely remain fresh new for around five days. Green bell peppers will remain fresh new longer in comparison to the yellow as well as red types.

Famous recipes bell peppers

Garlic and Herb Sautéed Bell Pepper Strips Recipe:

This particular garlic, as well as herb sautéed bell pepper recipe, can be used as an appetizer, together with an antipasto plate, or even a multi-colored side dish. It requires 16 minutes to arrange this product.

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp essential olive oil
• 2 large red bell peppers, seeded, reduce half-inch strips
• 2 large yellow bell peppers, reduce half-inch strips
• 2 cloves perfectly chopped garlic
• salt as well as fresh new ground black pepper to flavor
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp sliced basil
• 1 tbsp cut Italian parsley
• toasted Italian bread to garnish, optional

Preparation:

Within a big frying pan, warm the essential olive oil above high temperature. Add some pepper strips, as well as sauté for 4-5 minutes, or even till the peppers start to become softer. Lower heat to small, and also add some garlic, pepper, and salt. Saute for just two minutes a lot more. Switch off the heating along with adding some vinegar as well as natural herbs. Toss to mix. Shift into a bowl and let for cooling to room temperature. Toss once again, modify flavoring, and also serve together with bread toasted if preferred.

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