Capsicum

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Published 2009

About

Also known as pepper, bell pepper and sweet pepper, these colourful fruit come in a variety of colours but are all basically smooth, shiny and hollow, and contain thin white membranes and seeds. Most sweet capsicums (bell peppers) are green at first, they then turn red, yellow or orange or even purple-black, depending on the variety.

Capsicums can be prepared in many ways. Simply cut into slices, chunks or quarters, and eat raw in salads; stuff or fry; or roasted skinned capsicums can be sliced and added to salads, or drizzled with olive oil and added to an antipasti platter. To make capsicum sauces, grill and remove the skins, then purée or push the flesh through a sieve.