Chemical composition of dried chili peppers, uses of industrial chili peppers

It mainly contains alkaloids, pigments, oils, among them, capsicum alkaloids are the spicy components of chili peppers, mainly including: capsaicin, dihydrocapsaicin, nordihydrocapsaicin, homocapsaicin, homodihydrocapsaicin and trace elements, plant protein, etc.; The pigments contained in chili peppers are mainly capsanthin (also known as capsanthin), capsanthin, etc.; Pepper seeds contain solanine, cryptoxenthin, carotene, vitamin C, citric acid, tartaric acid, malic acid, etc.

The chemical composition of chili oil was quantitatively analyzed by solution injection, headspace solid-phase microextraction injection, GC MS separation, and peak area normalization by total ion chromatography. In the solution injection method, the relative levels of the main components identified were capsaicin (ethyl linolenic acid (palmitic acid (dihydrocapsaicin (diethylhexyl phthalate) and stearic acid (etc.; In the headspace solid-phase microextraction method, the identified components were mainly volatile head incense components, which were cis-2,4,5,6,9,9-hexahydro-3,5,5,9 tetramethyl 1h benzocycloheptene, 4,5,6,7,8,9,9 octahydro3,5,5 triethyl 1h benzocycloheptene (n-pentadecane (artemisia brain (hexyl n-valerate (n-hexadecane (muskolide (n-heptadecane (and 5,6,7,7 tetrahydro 4,4,7 trimethyl 2(4H)-benzofuranone (etc.).

The capsaicin in industrial peppers can be used as a "biopesticide", ornamental, extracting capsaicin, extracting capsaicin to protect fiber optic cables, and prevent marine organisms from attaching to the slipway.

Capsaicin can be used as a "biological pesticide", and its control effect on pests such as aphids is no less than that of chemical pesticides; Industrial peppers can be planted in a large area of scenic spots for ornamentation; Industrial chili peppers can extract capsanthin, which is a good raw material for making lipsticks and clothes dyes; The capsaicin in industrial peppers is added to cables and optical fibers, so that birds that like to gnaw on cables do not get close to the cables, and capsaicin is applied to the slipway to prevent marine organisms from attaching and reduce the resistance of the boat.

Industrial gap pepper in our country in recent years has only been planted, it likes warmth, fear of cold and frost, likes light and is afraid of twilight, likes moisture and is afraid of waterlogging, more resistant to fertilizer, suitable for Xuan in good permeability, fertile, water and fertilizer retention in the fill or light fill planting, planted at an altitude of 1600 1800m above sea level, the spicy degree is higher, under the condition of need, usually planted in the spring fungus transplanting method, seedlings are raised in mid-January, planted in mid-April, and harvested in batches in mid-June. Generally, the average output per 667m2 is 1500kg.

Solanaceae, Capsicum spp. It is an annual or limited perennial herb. The fruit is usually conical or oblong in shape, green when unripe, and turns bright red, green, or purple when ripe, with red being the most common.

The fruit of chili pepper has a spicy taste due to the capsaicin contained in the peel, which can increase appetite. The content of vitamin C in chili peppers ranks first among vegetables, native to Mexico, and introduced to China at the end of the Ming Dynasty. There are also ornamental peppers, which are round, inedible, and have red, purple, etc.

Types of dried peppers: Devil pepper, Erjingtiao, bullet, Qiubei pepper, Qixing pepper.

1. Devil's chili pepper

Devil pepper is abundant in the mountains of northeastern India, because of the extremely spicy, because of the extremely strong spicy taste, enough to scare the devil away, the locals call it "devil pepper". It is said that "Devil's Spicy" is confirmed by the Guinness Book of World Records as the hottest in the world. Devil's spicy can only be used to add a little, mix with other chili peppers, and add spice to hot pot, roast and other hot pots.

2. Erjingtiao

The pepper horn is slender, the tip of the pepper has a "J" shaped hook, the color is gorgeous, the color is red and bright, the spicy taste is soft, the spiciness is moderate, the pepper fragrance is rich, the pepper seeds are few, spicy and delicious, high temperature resistance, heavy oil, and it is liked by many friends who are not very spicy. It is most famous for its production in Chengdu, Sichuan, and is cultivated in Guizhou, Henan, Xinjiang and other places. It is an important raw material for authentic Sichuan cuisine, watercress and mustard.

3. Bullets

Known as "bullet" peppers because of their bullet-like shape, pepper fruits are small and have a very high yield. The spiciness, aroma and flavor are balanced and moderate, and it is an all-purpose chili pepper that is very popular in Guizhou and Sichuan. Stir-fry and throw a few grains when cooking, slightly spicy and slightly fragrant, which will not cover the original flavor of the dish, but can add a unique flavor.

4. Qiubei pepper

The spiciness, thick meat, colorful and colorful, round appearance, spicy skin and fragrant seeds, good taste, the skin contains a lot of oil, and it is recognized as one of the best edible peppers. Application: stir-fry meat, dry stir-fry, dip in water.

5. Seven star peppers

The skin is thin and the meat is thick, the spicy taste is mellow and fragrant, the color is red and bright, the aftertaste is sweet, and the taste is good, which is deeply loved by people who love spicy. It is the only one that integrates fragrant, spicy and red peppers, and it is also one of the hottest peppers in China, and its spiciness can reach seven stars, hence the name Seven Star Pepper. The first choice for making spicy red oil.

Sichuan cuisine boiled fish, spicy chicken, spicy crayfish and other Sichuan dishes must use chili peppers.