
OriginLikely descended from peppers originating in the Americas, popularized in Europe.
Flavor ProfileMildly sweet, tangy, slightly peppery
TextureCrisp
Heat Level (Scoville)100-500 SHU
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Store fresh banana peppers in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. For longer storage, they can be pickled or frozen.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes before using.
Slice them thinly for even distribution in dishes.
Pickled banana peppers add a zesty kick to sandwiches and burgers.
Add chopped banana peppers to egg dishes like omelets or scrambles.
Pairs With
Italian subs and sandwiches
Pizza
Omelets and scram eggs
Salads
Nachos
Pasta salads
Common Mistakes
Mistaking them for hotter peppers: Banana peppers have a very mild heat.
Overcooking: They can become mushy if cooked for too long; aim for a crisp-tender texture.
Also called
Aliases
- Banana Pepperalternate
/banana-pepper
