Sicilian Chilli Pepper in a Jar

Azienda Due Palmenti is located in Pedara, a town situated on the slopes of Mount Etna in the Due Palmenti district, in the heart of eastern Sicily , a land rich in great rural traditions handed down through generations: this is where the Sicilian Chilli Pepper is produced. Sicilian Chilli Pepper green hills and the majestic Etna in the background; the climate here is characterised by mild winters and hot, sunny summers. The sandy soil is rich in elements originating from the lava flows that have succeeded one another over the centuries, making it a place well suited to hosting a wide variety of native and local crops. Here the habitat is ideal for aromatic herbs , which grow vigorous and intensely fragrant as well as rich in aromas and intense, unique flavours. The company supports sustainable agriculture with a low environmental impact, with the precise aim of obtaining genuine products that enhance the typical character of the territory and local traditions while achieving the highest quality standards. Here they grow seasonings and herbs for every recipe and every moment of the day. From breakfast products to first courses, main courses and desserts, striving to combine tradition and innovation. Grown under the Sicilian sun, our aromatic herbs offer fragrances and flavours and release intense scents and aromas, making your dishes unique. Available both in a dispenser format with a double snap-open cap that doses while preserving freshness, and in a practical freshness-saving zip pouch that keeps the aromas unaltered for a long time, as if freshly picked.

fact sheet: Sicilian Chilli Pepper

Chilli pepper belongs to the genus Capsicum, a term derived from the Latin capsula, a diminutive of capsa, referring to the shape of the fruit, which resembles a box containing the seeds. It may also derive from the Greek kapto, meaning to bite, referring to the spicy taste that “bites” the tongue when tasted. The fruits have the characteristic spicy flavour due to the presence of capsaicin. The flowers are white and blooming occurs between late spring and summer. The fruits vary in shape and colour depending on the cultivar, as well as in heat. Its habitat requires good exposure to light and well-drained soil. The fruits, harvested in summer, are used. It is used in the kitchen by all lovers of spicy food. It features in countless recipes, from spaghetti such as the classic garlic, oil and chilli, to pasta all'arrabbiata. It is used to flavour pizzas, meat and fish dishes, soups and legumes, and to season cured meats and cheeses. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and aids digestion by increasing the secretion of gastric juices. It is effective in treating colds, sinusitis and bronchitis. It contains high amounts of vitamin C, B1, B2, PP, provitamin A and capsaicin, the substance responsible for its heat.