In Brazil, peppers are present in salads, pizzas, moquecas and a wide range of savory dishes. In the United States, bell pepper is the fifth most purchased vegetable and is a hit on tables. But have you ever wondered where bell peppers come from? In which countries is it produced? Also, have you ever thought What is the biggest pepper producer in the world?? In this article we answer this last question. Keep reading and find out!
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If you had never stopped to think about the answer to that question, know that a large Asian country is responsible for stocking the shelves of supermarkets and fairs with peppers from different colors. Because it is so present in several dishes and in several countries, this information can go unnoticed or ignored. After all, we tend to think that everything we consume in our country is produced there. But with peppers, this is not the case.
The Asian country, which is a leader in several world segments, is also responsible for the global production of peppers, corresponding to more than 17 million tons of the vegetable. Compared to Mexico, the second largest producer of peppers in the world, China has six times more world production than the country located in North America. And it represents almost half of the pepper production of the entire planet Earth.
In addition to China, another country located in Asia also produces large amounts of chili. Indonesia, which is the fourth largest producer in the world ranking, with 3 million tons of the vegetable in 2020. Because it is one of the most famous vegetables in the United States, the country also started to produce the delicacy. However, the North Americans occupy the 10th place in the world in the production of peppers, for now.
It is estimated that bell pepper imports tripled in the United States in the early 21st century, much of it coming from locations in southern Mexico.
Why eat peppers?
Peppers, cultivated for over 4,000 years, are full of health benefits. Contains vitamins and other nutrients responsible for contributing to digestion and the good health of the cardiovascular system. By containing potassium in its composition, bell pepper helps to reduce blood pressure. Vitamins A and C present in the vegetable also help in improving vision and keep your eyes healthy.
