Chillies |
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A chilli is also known as Capsicum, Red Pepper, and Paprika depending upon the species and variety and also the manner in which it is prepared and used. Chilli is used as an essential condiment in foods for its pungency and red colour. Besides these properties chilli is a rich source of Vitamin A, C, E and P and has certain medicinal properties. Sindh, province of Pakistan approx produces 80 percent of chillies.
Normally the chillies procured in Pakistan have the following specifications:-
Loose Stems=0.009%
Loose Seeds=0.628%
Damaged and Discoloured=2.000%
Foreign Matter=0.057%
Dust=0.015%
Moisture=8.450%
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