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Hungarian Wax Pepper
A versatile and mildly spicy pepper
OriginHungary
Heat LevelMild to medium (1,000-15,000 Scoville Heat Units)
Culinary UsesPickling, roasting, stews, stir-fries
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Store whole peppers in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. For longer storage, you can freeze them or pickle them.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
Handle peppers with gloves if you have sensitive skin, as some can be quite spicy.
Roast them whole until slightly charred for a smoky flavor.
They are excellent for pickling, either on their own or as part of a mixed vegetable pickle.
Slice and add to stir-fries or omelets for a mild kick.
Pairs With
Sausages
Cabbage
Tomatoes
Onions
Garlic
Vinegar (for pickling)
Dill
Common Mistakes
Assuming all Hungarian wax peppers are mild; their heat can vary.
Discarding the seeds and membranes if you prefer more heat.
Overcooking, which can make them mushy.
Also called
Aliases
- Hungarian Wax Peppersplural
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