Calabrian Chiles are named after their home of Calabria, Italy(1,2) - a highly sunny region(1). Primary forms available include dried, pickled in vinegar brine, or stuffed and placed in olive oil. They are a traditional source of heat in Italian dishes (less spicy when cooked) and also known as small red cherry peppers(2). In fact, many who have had Italian food may have had them before(1).
They have a smoky and fruity flavor and are replacing sriracha in some parts of the US(1). Calabrian chiles and other capsicum annuum varieties contain more vitamin C than citrus, and capsaicin in them has shown abilities to stimulate the circulatory and digestive systems. Minerals and vitamins included are "vitamins A and B-6, potassium, iron and magnesium."(2) Note: Of course, quite a few Italian and other meals surrounding the chiles may well offset the benefits, as sandwiches and pastas.
Sources:
1. "Could Calabrian Chili Be That Special Ingredient You Have Been Searching For?" Nonna Box, updated 26 June 2018, https://www.nonnabox.com/calabrian-chili/.
2. "Calabrian Chile Peppers." Specialty Produce, https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Calabrian_Chile_Peppers_12814.php.
They have a smoky and fruity flavor and are replacing sriracha in some parts of the US(1). Calabrian chiles and other capsicum annuum varieties contain more vitamin C than citrus, and capsaicin in them has shown abilities to stimulate the circulatory and digestive systems. Minerals and vitamins included are "vitamins A and B-6, potassium, iron and magnesium."(2) Note: Of course, quite a few Italian and other meals surrounding the chiles may well offset the benefits, as sandwiches and pastas.
Sources:
1. "Could Calabrian Chili Be That Special Ingredient You Have Been Searching For?" Nonna Box, updated 26 June 2018, https://www.nonnabox.com/calabrian-chili/.
2. "Calabrian Chile Peppers." Specialty Produce, https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Calabrian_Chile_Peppers_12814.php.
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