Padron pepper

The Padron pepper—also known as the chili pepper—is an indispensable flavour booster in the kitchen. It’s recognisable by its pointed shape, smooth skin and fairly high ranking on the Scoville scale. With its fiery kick and fresh, slightly sweet taste, it’s a delicious addition to sauces, stews, soups or marinades.

Smart
tips

Remove the seed ribs

Remove the seeds and seed ribs if you prefer a milder flavour, since that’s where most of the heat is.

In moderation

Use the pepper in moderation. Start with a small piece and taste it, as the heat can quickly intensify.

When is it
available?

  • Abundantly available
  • Available
  • Limited available
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  • Jan: Unavailable
  • Feb: Unavailable
  • Mar: Limited available
  • Apr: Available
  • May: Abundantly available
  • Jun: Abundantly available
  • Jul: Abundantly available
  • Aug: Abundantly available
  • Sep: Abundantly available
  • Oct: Available
  • Nov: Limited available
  • Dec: Unavailable

Frequently
asked questions?