{"product_id":"manganji-pepper-seeds-canada","title":"Manganji Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Manganji Pepper (\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also known as Manganji Togarashi, is an heirloom sweet pepper from Kyoto, Japan. It is a hybrid of a native Fushimi pepper and a California Wonder bell pepper, bred for its large size, thick flesh, and distinctively mild, sweet flavor. As a protected traditional vegetable of Kyoto, it is celebrated as the \"King of Japanese Chili peppers\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"U6u95\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAT\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSweet, earthy, and savory, with a flavor more complex than other mild Japanese peppers. It has thick, juicy walls and a crisp, tender texture. When mature, it can have a more pronounced earthy or slightly smoky flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAU\" data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eHeat:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVery mild, with almost no heat, generally ranging from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e0–100 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)\u003c\/b\u003e. It is possible to get an occasional pod with a hint of warmth, but it is reliably sweet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAV\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeveloped in the Manganji district of Maizuru City, Kyoto, Japan, in the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAW\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLong and slender, often reaching 6–10 inches, with wrinkled shoulders. The pods have a smooth, glossy skin and are typically harvested green, but they ripen to a vibrant red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAX\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"U6u95\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAY\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eRoasted or grilled:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA classic preparation is to skillet-roast the peppers until they blister. They can then be served with salt, bonito flakes, or grated ginger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAZ\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTempura:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe peppers are often battered and deep-fried whole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAa\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eStuffed:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTheir size and thick walls make them perfect for stuffing with a filling of meat, rice, or cheese before searing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAb\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ePickled or simmered:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey can be pickled for extended use as a condiment or simmered in a light broth as a side dish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMIABAc\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cb class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eUnusual pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn Kyoto, they have been used in surprising applications, such as candies and chocolates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Casa Verde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50288040673570,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/4401\/7186\/files\/manganji-pepper-sweet-pepper-casa-verde-microfarm-600x590.jpg?v=1756430106","url":"https:\/\/casaverdeseeds.com\/products\/manganji-pepper-seeds-canada","provider":"Casa Verde Seed Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}