Pimenta

chili Fruits of scientific name Capsicum of the family Solanaceae, has about 30 species known and originating in the Americas. Rating for burning from zero to seven: Cambuci and americana - are sweet / Picância 0. Cayenne or girl's finger - used in the production of sauces and pickles / Picance: 6. Smelling pepper - indicated in seasoning fish and crustaceans, chicken, risottos and sauteed vegetables / Spicy 3. Black pepper: very used as a spice for all kinds of dishes / Spicy: 1-2. Malagueta and Cumar - used in the seasoning of feijoada, meats, acarajé, dumplings and pastries / Picância 7. Hidalgo - use in seasoning fish, marinades, preserved foods / Spicy: 4. Nutritional Table in 100g portion: Calories 281 Kcal Protein 11.9g Carbohydrates 51.4g Lipids 8.2g Fiber 21.6g Vitamins and minerals: Vitamin A 4,000 IU Vitamin B1 0.2mg Vitamin B2 2.3mg Vitamin B3 6.4mg Vitamin B5 2.0mg Vitamin B6 3.5mg Vitamin B11 <0.1mg Vitamin C 2.0mg Calcium 61.0mg Iron 10.9mg Potassium 2,411.0mg Phosphorus 201.0mg Magnesium 113.0mg Manganese 1.3mg Copper 0.5mg Zinc 1.4mg Selenium <0.1mg Benefits: Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Energetic Aphrodisiac Diuretic Aids digestion Sacietogen Slimming Antitumor Antiage Supports bone health KNOW MORE: Rich in :. Capsanthin - is its main carotenoid, responsible for its red color and antioxidant properties. Capsaicin - responsible for the spicy taste and its health effects. Synapic acid - known as synapinic acid another powerful antioxidant. Ferulic acid - another antioxidant that helps against various chronic diseases.