Lecso peppers – the tasty, crunchy gift of summer Lecso peppers are not actually a separate variety, but a quality category of edible peppers(Capsicum annuum), such as Hungarian white peppers or stuffing peppers. It is usually used to describe fruits that do not meet the most stringent selection criteria in terms of size, shape or…
Bell peppers – the vitamin bomb of colour Bell peppers, or sweet bell peppers are a variety of the Capsicum annuum plant species. Its Latin name is the same as the other common peppers, but it is very unique in appearance and taste. It originated in Central and South America, from where it was brought…
Stuffing peppers – the star of stuffed delights 🌶️ The “Hungarian sweet pepper”, or “stuffing pepper”, is one of the most commonly used and most popular vegetables in home kitchens. Its Latin name is *Capsicum annuum*, and it belongs to the pepper family, like its hotter relatives. Stuffing peppers are distinguished by their mild flavour,…
Hot pointed peppers – the fiery champion of Hungarian cuisine 🌶️ The pointed hot pepper, or hot paprika as it is known to many, is a favourite hot addition to Hungarian households. Its Latin name is *Capsicum annuum*, and it is the elongated, thin-skinned, hot variety. It originated in Central and South America and was…
Kapia pepper – the red wonder that every household loves If there’s one vegetable that Hungarian housewives have taken to their hearts, it’s the paprika. It’s no coincidence: sweet, fleshy, beautifully coloured, and simply goes with everything. But where did it come from, what’s inside, how to store it and what to look out for…