diced peppers

In this selection diced peppers are available in two main forms: dried pieces and pre-diced (ready-to-use) pieces. Some listings are labeled “Form: Dried” while others are described as “Form: Diced.”

Common directions recommend covering the dried diced peppers with hot water or broth and soaking. Typical guidance gives either about 1 part dried pepper to 2 parts liquid (soak 30 minutes to 2 hours) or 1 part dried pepper to 3 parts liquid (soak about 1 to 2 hours). Specific times can vary by product and desired texture.

Bell pepper varieties are described as sweet and not hot, while jalapeño dices are described as spicy and intended to add heat to dishes.

Mature peppers are washed, trimmed and cut, and may be sulfited on request before dehydration. After drying the material is sifted, sorted and graded.

Most items are described as ready-to-use or "ready-to-use chopped," so they generally do not require further chopping before adding to recipes and are promoted as eliminating prep time.