Produce
Bell pepper
Also called capsicum, sweet pepper, bell peppers, capsicums
What it is
Sweet capsicum. Not a chilli in the hot sense.
Origin
The Americas.
Flavour
Green is grassy; red is sweet.
How to use it
Slice for shakshuka and sofrito.
Storage
Fridge.
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Ingredient challengeQuestions about Bell pepper
From this ingredient's notes in the catalogue — not a chatbot.
What is Bell pepper?
Sweet capsicum. Not a chilli in the hot sense.
How do I use Bell pepper?
Slice for shakshuka and sofrito.
How do I store Bell pepper?
Fridge.
What does it taste like?
Green is grassy; red is sweet.
Nutrition
Per 100g · estimate · USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables. Values are typical, not lab tests of your shopping bag.
Recipes using it
Shakshuka
شكشوكة
Eggs poached in a spiced tomato-pepper sauce. Maghrebi-Levantine family food, not a brunch fad that appeared in 2014.
45 minEasy🌶️
Escalivada
Escalivada
Charred eggplant, pepper and onion, peeled and oiled — Catalan fire vegetables, not a ratatouille.
1 hr 5 minEasyNo chilli
Gemista
γεμιστά
Tomatoes and peppers stuffed with herbed rice — oven vegetables that taste of summer if the produce does.
1 hr 40 minMediumNo chilli
Menemen
Menemen
Eggs scrambled into tomato, pepper and a little chilli — Turkish breakfast, not shakshuka, not an omelette.
25 minEasy🌶️
Lahmacun
lahmacun
A thin meat-topped flatbread — not a pizza, not a pide, eaten with parsley, onion and a squeeze of lemon.
1 hr 37 minMedium🌶️
Karnıyarık
karnıyarık
Split eggplant stuffed with mince — the imam's meatier cousin, still an oil pot.
1 hr 10 minMedium🌶️
Gumbo
Gumbo
A dark roux, the trinity, and a pot that is Creole or Cajun depending on who is stirring — not a generic chilli.
1 hr 35 minMedium🌶️🌶️
Jambalaya
Jambalaya
Rice cooked in the pot with the meat — Louisiana, not paella, not a dump-and-stir rice mix.
1 hrMedium🌶️🌶️
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Stuffed Grape Leaves from Armenia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
40 minA bit of workNo chilli
Algerian Kefta (Meatballs)
Kefta
Algerian Kefta (Meatballs) from Algeria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
30 minMediumNo chilli
Beef Asado
Beef Asado from Philippines. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 37 minA bit of workNo chilli
Algerian Flafla (Bell Pepper Salad)
Flafla
Algerian Flafla (Bell Pepper Salad) from Algeria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 15 minMediumNo chilli
Beef Empanadas
Beef Empanadas from Uruguay. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 5 minA bit of workNo chilli
Beef Lo Mein
Beef Lo Mein from China. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Breakfast Potatoes
Breakfast Potatoes from Canada. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 1 minA bit of workNo chilli
Burek
Burek from Croatia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
40 minEasyNo chilli
Chicken Ham and Leek Pie
Chicken Ham and Leek Pie from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 38 minA bit of workNo chilli
Cevapi Sausages
Cevapi Sausages from Croatia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 49 minMediumNo chilli
Chivito uruguayo
Chivito uruguayo from Uruguay. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minMediumNo chilli
Croatian lamb peka
Croatian lamb peka from Croatia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 15 minA bit of workNo chilli
Egg Foo Young
Egg Foo Young from China. Times were inferred from the source steps.
40 minA bit of workNo chilli
Eggplant Adobo
1. Slice 1 lb. small Japanese or Italian eggplant (about 3) into quarters lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 2"-wide pieces. Place in a medium bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. sugar, 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt
3 hr 8 minMediumNo chilli
Hot and Sour Soup
Hot and Sour Soup from China. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe
Jamaican Curry Chicken Recipe from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
10 hr 5 minA bit of work🌶️🌶️🌶️
Jamaican Curry Goat
Jamaican Curry Goat from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 22 minA bit of work🌶️🌶️🌶️
Kafteji
Kafteji from Tunisia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 35 minMediumNo chilli
Ma Po Tofu
Ma Po Tofu from China. Times were inferred from the source steps.
55 minA bit of workNo chilli
McSinghs Scotch pie
McSinghs Scotch pie from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 15 minA bit of work🌶️
Molasses Baked Beans
Molasses Baked Beans from Canada. Times were inferred from the source steps.
13 hr 40 minMediumNo chilli
Napa Cabbage with Dried Shrimp
Dried shrimp gives this Chinese dish a punch of salty umami flavor. You can find it at an Asian grocery store in the frozen or refrigerated section. Look for small-sized dried shrimp, about a 1/4-inch in size. If you use
2 hr 7 minA bit of work🌶️
Paszteciki (Polish Pasties)
Paszteciki
Paszteciki (Polish Pasties) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 40 minMediumNo chilli
Pate Chinois
Pate Chinois from Canada. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 10 minMediumNo chilli
Piernik (Polish gingerbread)
Piernik
Piernik (Polish gingerbread) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
24 hr 10 minA bit of workNo chilli
Sledz w Oleju (Polish Herrings)
Sledz w Oleju
Sledz w Oleju (Polish Herrings) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
72 hr 15 minEasyNo chilli
Ramen Noodles with Boiled Egg
Ramen Noodles with Boiled Egg from China. Times were inferred from the source steps.
8 hr 22 minMedium🌶️
Rosol (Polish Chicken Soup)
Rosol
Rosol (Polish Chicken Soup) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 40 minA bit of work🌶️
Shrimp Chow Fun
Shrimp Chow Fun from China. Times were inferred from the source steps.
8 hr 25 minA bit of workNo chilli
Spanish tomato bread with jamón Serrano
Spanish tomato bread with jamón Serrano from Spain. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
10 minMediumNo chilli
Spicy North African Potato Salad
Spicy North African Potato Salad from Morocco. Times were inferred from the source steps.
40 minMedium🌶️
Steak and Kidney Pie
Steak and Kidney Pie from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 9 minMediumNo chilli
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa and Black Beans
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa and Black Beans from Mexico. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 7 minA bit of work🌶️
Szechuan Beef
Szechuan Beef from China. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Traditional Croatian Goulash
Traditional Croatian Goulash from Croatia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 25 minMediumNo chilli
Tunisian Lamb Soup
Tunisian Lamb Soup from Tunisia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
50 minA bit of work🌶️
Vietnamese Grilled Pork (bun-thit-nuong)
Grilled Pork
Vietnamese Grilled Pork (bun-thit-nuong) from Vietnam. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Beef and Mustard Pie
Beef and Mustard Pie from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 10 minA bit of workNo chilli
Chicken Alfredo Primavera
Chicken Alfredo Primavera from Italy. Times were inferred from the source steps.
51 minA bit of workNo chilli
Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry
Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry from China. Times were inferred from the source steps.
21 minMediumNo chilli
Crispy Sausages and Greens
Crispy Sausages and Greens from Ireland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 2 minMedium🌶️
Egyptian Fatteh
Egyptian Fatteh from Egypt. Times were inferred from the source steps.
3 hr 20 minA bit of workNo chilli
Escovitch Fish
Escovitch Fish from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
24 hr 10 minA bit of work🌶️🌶️🌶️
Leblebi Soup
Leblebi Soup from Tunisia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 15 minMedium🌶️
Chicken Congee
Chicken Congee from China. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 30 minMediumNo chilli
Classic Tourtière
Classic Tourtière from Canada. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 40 minA bit of workNo chilli
Jamaican Curry Shrimp Recipe
Jamaican Curry Shrimp Recipe from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
31 minA bit of work🌶️🌶️🌶️
Fish fofos
Fish fofos from Portugal. Times were inferred from the source steps.
42 minMedium🌶️
Saltfish and Ackee
Saltfish and Ackee from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
8 hr 35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style
Corned Beef and Cabbage – Jamaican Style from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
26 minMedium🌶️
Crispy Eggplant
Crispy Eggplant from Philippines. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 13 minMediumNo chilli
Egg Drop Soup
Egg Drop Soup from China. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minMediumNo chilli
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Mediterranean Pasta Salad from Italy. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hrMediumNo chilli
Roti john
Roti john from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
17 minMedium🌶️
Syrian Spaghetti
Syrian Spaghetti from Syria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 20 minMediumNo chilli
Bitterballen (Dutch meatballs)
Bitterballen
Melt the butter in a skillet or pan. When melted, add the flour little by little and stir into a thick paste. Slowly stir in the stock, making sure the roux absorbs the liquid. Simmer for a couple of minutes on a low hea
1 hr 5 minMediumNo chilli
Carbonada Criolla
Carbonada Criolla from Argentina. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 10 minMediumNo chilli
BBQ Pork Sloppy Joes
BBQ Pork Sloppy Joes from United States. Times were inferred from the source steps.
54 minA bit of workNo chilli
Venezuelan Sancocho
Venezuelan Sancocho from Venezuela. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 39 minA bit of workNo chilli
Big Mac
Big Mac from United States. Times were inferred from the source steps.
47 minA bit of workNo chilli
Locro
Locro from Argentina. Times were inferred from the source steps.
11 hr 10 minMediumNo chilli
Matambre a la Pizza
Matambre a la Pizza from Argentina. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minMediumNo chilli
Milanesa
Milanesa from Argentina. Times were inferred from the source steps.
14 minMediumNo chilli
Nordic smørrebrød with asparagus and horseradish cream
Nordic smørrebrød with asparagus and horseradish cream from Norway. Times were inferred from the source steps.
33 minA bit of workNo chilli
Arepa Pabellón
Arepa Pabellón from Venezuela. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
35 minMediumNo chilli
Fainá
Fainá from Argentina. Times were inferred from the source steps.
14 hr 40 minEasyNo chilli
French Onion Chicken with Roasted Carrots & Mashed Potatoes
French Onion Chicken with Roasted Carrots & Mashed Potatoes from United States. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 6 minMediumNo chilli
Recheado Masala Fish
Recheado Masala Fish from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 35 minA bit of work🌶️
Roasted Eggplant With Tahini, Pine Nuts, and Lentils
Roasted Eggplant With Tahini, Pine Nuts, and Lentils from United States. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 23 minA bit of workNo chilli
Stamppot
Stamppot from Netherlands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 10 minMediumNo chilli
Venezuelan Shredded Beef
Venezuelan Shredded Beef from Venezuela. Times were inferred from the source steps.
40 minA bit of workNo chilli
Venezuelan turnovers
Venezuelan turnovers from Venezuela. Times were inferred from the source steps.
55 minA bit of workNo chilli
Chicken Mandi
Chicken Mandi from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 22 minA bit of work🌶️
Flemish Hutsepot
Flemish Hutsepot from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
55 minA bit of workNo chilli
Karbonader (Lean Beef Patties) with Caramelized Onions
Karbonader (Lean Beef Patties) with Caramelized Onions from Norway. Times were inferred from the source steps.
18 minMediumNo chilli
Empanadas
Empanadas from Argentina. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 5 minMediumNo chilli
Steak Diane
Steak Diane from France. Times were inferred from the source steps.
33 minA bit of workNo chilli
Chicken Basquaise
Chicken Basquaise from France. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 23 minA bit of workNo chilli
Macaroni Pie
Macaroni Pie from Barbados. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 13 minA bit of work🌶️
Pollo en Salsa
Chopped pepper, onion and tomato and set aside. Turn on Instant Pot in sauteed setting for 8 minutes. Add a little bit of olive oil and add, onion, garlic, tomato, bell pepper, cumin, oregano salt and pepper and sauteed
44 minMediumNo chilli
Breadfruit in Butter Sauce Recipe
Breadfruit in Butter Sauce Recipe from Barbados. Times were inferred from the source steps.
45 minA bit of workNo chilli
Breadfruit in Butter Sauce
Breadfruit in Butter Sauce from Barbados. Times were inferred from the source steps.
25 minA bit of workNo chilli
Cayman-Style Lobster
Cayman-Style Lobster from Cayman Islands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
45 minMedium🌶️🌶️🌶️
Carrot and Bean Fritters
Carrot and Bean Fritters from Estonia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
20 minMediumNo chilli
Gallo pinto
Gallo pinto from Costa Rica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
22 minMediumNo chilli
Classic Potato Salad
Classic Potato Salad from Denmark. Times were inferred from the source steps.
29 minMediumNo chilli
Mango chow
Simply combine everything in a bowl and serve alongside just about anything.
10 minMedium🌶️🌶️🌶️
Chicken Liver Pate Recipe
Chicken Liver Pate Recipe from Barbados. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 15 minMediumNo chilli
Picadillo de Vainicas (Green Beans Picadillo)
Picadillo de Vainicas
Picadillo de Vainicas (Green Beans Picadillo) from Costa Rica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
25 minMediumNo chilli
Creamy Corn Soup Recipe
Creamy Corn Soup Recipe from Colombia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
24 hr 10 minMediumNo chilli
Dolma Japrak Stuffed Vine Leaves
Dolma Japrak Stuffed Vine Leaves from Albania. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 15 minMediumNo chilli
Codfish deviled eggs
Codfish deviled eggs from Dominica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
25 minMediumNo chilli
Liegeoise Salad
Scrub the potatoes well but don't peel them. Cut them into bite-size pieces. Add them to a large pan water and a pinch of salt. Bring it to a good boil. Cook the potatoes until tender and then remove them using a slotted
30 minMediumNo chilli
Papas Chorreadas Recipe (Potatoes with Cream and Cheese Sauce)
Papas Chorreadas Recipe
Papas Chorreadas Recipe (Potatoes with Cream and Cheese Sauce) from Colombia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
52 minA bit of workNo chilli
Lakra me Mish Cabbage and Meat Stew
Lakra me Mish Cabbage and Meat Stew from Albania. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 57 minMedium🌶️
Frog Legs Recipe in Garlic Butter
Frog Legs Recipe in Garlic Butter from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 30 minMediumNo chilli
Presh me Oriz Leek and Rice Bake
Presh me Oriz Leek and Rice Bake from Albania. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 27 minMediumNo chilli
Trinxat (Potato, Cabbage and Bacon Hash)
Trinxat
Trinxat (Potato, Cabbage and Bacon Hash) from Andorra. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 5 minMediumNo chilli
Belgian Meatballs in Liège Syrup Sauce
Belgian Meatballs in Liège Syrup Sauce from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 15 minA bit of workNo chilli
Tavë me Presh ska Mish Meatless Leek Bake
Tavë me Presh ska Mish Meatless Leek Bake from Albania. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 27 minMediumNo chilli
Tavë Kosi Baked Lamb and Yogurt
Tavë Kosi Baked Lamb and Yogurt from Albania. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 33 minA bit of workNo chilli
Tirolean Dumplings
Tirolean Dumplings from Austria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 5 minA bit of workNo chilli
Belgian Stoemp
Belgian Stoemp from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hrMediumNo chilli
Balchi di Pisca
Balchi di Pisca from Aruba. Times are typical for this kind of dish.
1 hr 5 minMediumNo chilli
Kelem dolmasi
Kelem dolmasi from Azerbaijan. Times were inferred from the source steps.
9 hr 35 minA bit of workNo chilli
Chicken Salad With Mushrooms and Bacon
Chicken Salad With Mushrooms and Bacon from Denmark. Times were inferred from the source steps.
40 minMediumNo chilli
Belgian Waterzooi Chicken
Belgian Waterzooi Chicken from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
53 minA bit of workNo chilli