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Shishito Pepper

Shishito pepper is a mild, thin-skinned East Asian chili pepper usually eaten cooked whole. It is low in calories and adds a slightly sweet, grassy flavor with occasional hotter peppers mixed in.

Beneficial properties

low calorie source of vitamin C contains antioxidants provides fiber hydrating vegetable

Nutritional highlights

Shishito peppers provide vitamin C, small amounts of vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin E, folate, and fiber.

Caution. Like other chili peppers, they may aggravate heartburn, reflux, or sensitive stomachs in some people.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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Constipation
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Heartburn / GERD
Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD), Heartburn and Acid Reflux
Immune System (general)
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Recipes featuring Shishito Pepper