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Adorno Powder

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[Capsicum annuum] Ground Adorno pepper powder, medium-high heat, fruity flavor.

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Adorno Powder

Adorno powder is made by grinding the small dried fruits of this versatile Italian variety, prized both for cooking and as an ornamental plant.

The Adorno Powder Plant

The source pepper, Capsicum annuum, is compact with green-purple leaves and conical fruits; in open ground it can reach up to 2 meters in height.

How to Sow Adorno Powder

Seeds for fruit production are started between February and March, transplanting after the last frosts.

How to Grow Adorno Powder

Growing favors fine to medium-textured soil, rich in nutrients and well-drained, with a pH between 7 and 7.5.

Tips for Adorno Powder

The small conical fruits, which turn from dark green to purple and finally bright red at full ripeness, must be fully dried before fine grinding.

Diseases and Pests of Adorno Powder

A lack of phosphorus and potassium can cause flower and fruit drop; steady but moderate fertilizing prevents the main issues.

Uses and Curiosities of Adorno Powder

Adorno powder has a medium-high heat level, between 30,000 and 50,000 SHU, with a fruity, enveloping heat, excellent in sauces and marinades.

Properties of Adorno Powder

Rich in capsaicin, responsible for its heat, plus a good amount of vitamin C and anthocyanins in its purple tissues.

Nutritional Values of Adorno Powder

  • Calories: about 282 kcal
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Fiber: 35 g