Articles related to "Capsicum"

Deep-fat frying zucchini flowers in tempura batter makes an interesting starter, side dish to an Asian curry or picnic snack. Here are some dips for zucchini tempura.

Peppers are nutrient rich and can be prepared in a variety of ways.

Peppers, including health-giving chillies, are easy to grow in warm sunny places when planted in late spring.

A gift of black and white peppercorns from Kampot, Cambodia launched my journey into the world of exotic peppercorns. Black, white, green, pink. So much more awaits!

Most plants that we think of as peppers are members of the nightshade family and cousins of the tomato and potato.

Cayenne pepper (capsicum) is an outstanding medicinal herb with a host of application. Cayenne stimulates circulation, rebuilds digestive tissue, and relieves pain.

The bell pepper is a cultivar species which has many uses in culinary dishes; bell peppers are distinguishable by their colors of red, green, orange and yellow.

Squash soup is a popular and nutritious first course or main in fall and winter months. This variation throws in more orange vegetables and a red pepper.

Cayenne pepper has been used medicinally for centuries to treat pain, inflammation, digestive tract disorders, the circulatory system, sore throat and to boost immunity.

Capsaicin, the ingredient that makes chiles hot, is measured on a relative basis using the Scoville heat scale. From mild to blistering, there is a pepper for everyone.

Delicious hot chili peppers are widely used in cuisines around the world. Find out what makes the chili pepper spicy.

Prepare ultimately delectable gourmet dishes with herbs, vegetables and spices harvested from your own gourmet seasoning garden or gourmet kitchen garden.

Adding dark chocolate to sweet potatoes, red pepper, kidney beans, tomatoes and onions brings a deep richness and warmth to this autumnal vegetarian recipe.

There are four award winning plants in three categories for 2007. Here are some details about growing them, why they're special and how they won.

Chili is a popular food flavoring used fresh, ripe, dried, broken, or powdered. Chili is usually added to recipes to infuse stronger flavor and aroma.

One of the most difficult wine and food pairings, Indian food can still be enjoyed and complimented by the right choice of wine.

There are hundreds of Chinese egg fried rice recipes on-line. But once you try this simple, delicious and wholesome egg fried rice recipe, you will never look back.

This mouthwatering sweet and sour sauce is the perfect compliment to any rice or noodle dish and makes for a wonderful main course. Dead easy to prepare!

These healthy Tuna Patties are great as a snack, or can even be eaten as a full meal if combined with a crunchy green salad.

A lychee, grape and cranberry recipe for making 'eyeballs' cup for a Halloween children's party are joined by 'lumpy' red soup and soft wholemeal rolls like 'stones'.

Tips and tricks for getting the best from your Spiralizer. One of the best tools on the market this is a vegetarian's essential but is at home in any kitchen.

Other than attractive packaging, nothing prevents a frugal gourmet from making infused oil with organic ingredients. These flavoured oils are as easy as they are elegant.

Chicken is a versatile ingredient and leftovers should never go to waste. Be creative and add roast chicken leftovers to a family favourite for a tasty variation.

Acupuncture is an ancient medical art still in the early stages of modern research yielding positive, mixed and inconclusive results.

Known for belladonna or "deadly nightshade," the nightshade family boasts vegetables that may cause inflammation, as well as wolfberries and cayenne - touted for healing.

Is a pumpkin fruit or vegetable? Tomato fruit or vegetable? Do you know? Find this amazing nutrition fact herein: the difference between fruit and vegetable.

Nasal congestion? Sinusitis? Headache? Post nasal drip? Pressure above or below the eyes? Difficulty thinking? Relief may be as close as your kitchen spice cabinet!

A fragrant, aromatic Thai style coleslaw made with fresh lemongrass and lime. Perfect for snacking or lunchboxes.

The culinary map of Ecuador is as rich as its socio-ethnic roots, New and Old World converging during the colony.

There's nothing easier than making a delicious meal with minimum effort and very little cost when there is left-over cooked rice in the fridge.

Curries from India incorporate different ingredients and are not always spicy. Curry lovers can choose lamb, chicken and seafood dishes from Indian menus.

Peppers are easy to grow in a container garden. Gives varieties of peppers, pepper food trivia, and how to choose the container for your garden.

Cucumber plants offer a never ending supply and this easy casserole recipe makes the most of them. It's a unique baked casserole that can be a side dish or main course.

Whether serving with a barbecue or as a meal in itself, this easy risotto recipe can be made in minutes and is guaranteed to please.

Habaneros are not only the hottest peppers, they have become enormously popular in sauce-making and cooking all over the world.

Recent research shows a compound in chillies may help destroy cancer cells.

"Eat your vegetables" is one phrase Italian mothers probably never have to use - at least not when they're serving pasta primavera!

Paprika is a mild but flavorful spice that's more than just a garnish for deviled eggs.

Scientists in Australia have found even more reasons to choose composting over synthetic fertilizers in your garden.

Some vitamins and natural herbs may help speed up metabolism and provide excellent sources of energy for people who are having problems losing weight.

In a world where it is possible to have any foodstuff all year round, it can be a rewarding challenge to cook and eat seasonal produce.

Fancy homemade pizza, with pancetta and rosemary? With a ham, artichoke and mascarpone topping? Or how about pepper, rocket and avocado? Try these delicious recipes.

High in protein and free radical fighting antioxidants, this vegetarian version of Chili con carne makes for a filling and nutritious meal idea.

Planting containers with children can be a fun time shared with parents as well as a learning experience.

Capsaicin, a chemical often used to treat pain, can also help you keep cool in the hot weather. All you have to do is eat hot peppers to lower your body temperature.

As far as deer are concerned, a garden is an all you can eat buffet. There are ways though to deal with this without reaching for the stew pot.

Guerlain's philosophy of perfume is to produce a beautiful scent in a more than beautiful bottle. This is a look at some of the most popular Guerlain scents.

Choosing the right time to harvest the vegetables in your desert garden isn't rocket science, but it does require a certain amount of watchfulness.

Busy parents can make sandwiches healthier and more interesting by presenting them creatively and filling them with various ingredients.

These plants have a myriad of medicinal, culinary and decorative uses, several of which are detailed here.