Originally from Galicia and popular throughout the country, these peppers are characterized by their small size, green color, and conical shape. Their most curious aspect is the intense spicy flavor that only some of them have, hence the saying "Padrón peppers, some are hot and some are not." It is something imperceptible until they are tasted, as there are no visual differences between them. These peppers have a nutritional value very similar to that of green peppers. Their main component is water, so their caloric contribution is minimal. However, if they are fried in abundant oil, the calories increase, not because of the peppers, but because of the absorption of oil.

Raw, these peppers are an excellent source of vitamin C, but this is not the usual way to consume them. When fried or grilled, they lose a large part of it. Their content of vitamin A and E stands out, and they are rich in minerals such as potassium and magnesium.

It is not recommended to consume these peppers for people with sensitive stomachs, as although not all of them are hot, the chances of some of them being hot are high.

We offer these peppers in bags of about 300 grams, the ideal size for preparing a good portion.

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