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CALABRIAN SIGARETTA RISTRA
CALABRIAN SIGARETTA RISTRA - ORGANIC FRESH CHILES
Heat LevelHot
Pod TypeCayenne
Pod Colorgreen to red
Pod Fleshmedium thick flesh
Pod Length4 to 5 inches
Pod Width0.5 to 0.75 inches
Orientationpendant pods
Foliagegreen leaves
Plant Height30 to 36 inches tall
SpeciesC.annuum
DescriptionA slender, bright red Italian pepper prized for its sweet, smoky flavor and mild to medium heat. Traditionally grown in Calabria and often strung into decorative ristras for drying, this versatile pepper is used fresh, dried, or crushed in sauces, pizzas, pasta dishes, and everyday cooking where a balanced pepper flavor is desired.

Pairs well with garlic, tomatoes, olive oil, basil, oregano, mozzarella, cured meats, seafood, roasted vegetables, pasta, pizza, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Order Qty12-18 pods per half-pint

Certified Organic Fresh Chiles $6.49
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