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Kg of Padrón peppers, of Galician origin 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 that "some Padrón peppers are hot and some are not." It is imperceptible until tried, 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 fried in abundant oil, the calories increase, not because of the peppers, but due to the oil absorption.

Raw, these peppers are an excellent source of vitamin C, but this is not the usual way to consume them. Fried or grilled, they lose a large part of it. They stand out for their content of vitamin A and E, with potassium and magnesium being abundant minerals.

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

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