There are many types of peppers, varying in shape, size, color, and heat level. Here are some common types:
*Sweet Peppers*
1. Bell Peppers (green, red, yellow, orange)
2. Pimento Peppers (small, sweet, heart-shaped)
3. Cubanelle Peppers (long, thin, sweet)
4. Sweet Cherry Peppers (small, round, sweet)
*Hot Peppers*
1. Jalapeño Peppers (medium hot, green or red)
2. Serrano Peppers (hot, small, green or red)
3. Cayenne Peppers (long, thin, hot)
4. Habanero Peppers (extremely hot, small, orange or red)
5. Ghost Peppers (one of the hottest, red or orange)
*Smoked or Dried Peppers*
1. Chipotle Peppers (smoked jalapeños)
2. Ancho Peppers (dried poblano peppers)
3. Guajillo Peppers (dried, mild to medium hot)
4. Pasilla Peppers (dried, dark, rich flavor)
*Specialty Peppers*
1. Poblano Peppers (mild, dark green, often stuffed)
2. Anaheim Peppers (mild to medium hot, long, green)
3. Banana Peppers (mild, yellow, curved)
4. Fresno Peppers (hot, small, red or green)
5. Shishito Peppers (mild, Japanese, often grilled)
*Exotic Peppers*
1. Carolina Reaper Peppers (world's hottest, red or orange)
2. Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Peppers (extremely hot, red or orange)
3. Bhut Jolokia Peppers (extremely hot, Indian)
4. Scotch Bonnet Peppers (hot, Caribbean)
5. Aji Amarillo Peppers (hot, Peruvian)
*Color Varieties*
1. Purple Peppers
2. White Peppers
3. Black Peppers
4. Yellow Peppers
5. Orange Peppers
This is not an exhaustive list, as new pepper varieties are constantly being developed.
Would you like to know more about:
1. Pepper heat levels (Scoville scale)
2. Growing peppers at home
3. Pepper recipes and cooking methods
4. Pepper health benefits
5. Pepper history and cultural significance