Cornaletto da apprendere: spicy enjoyment from Italy

A Mediterranean charmer in chili form

The Cornaletto da apprendere, a lesser-known but nonetheless exquisite gem in the chili world, comes from the sun-kissed regions of Italy. This special type of chili impresses with its elegant, slender shape, which is reminiscent of the horns of a bull. Their rich colour palette, which emerges as they mature, is a testament to their Mediterranean origins and adds a touch of Italian flair to every dish.

Variety of flavours from the heart of Italy

Cornaletto da apprendere plays a special role in traditional Italian cuisine. Their balanced aroma, which oscillates between sweet and spicy and intensely spicy, makes them a preferred ingredient for sauces, pizzas and pasta dishes. But even when dried, it develops its full potential and brings the southern sun directly into the kitchen. The fresh chilies stuffed with goat cheese are particularly popular.

Key facts at a glance:

• Capsicum : Capsicum annuum
• Heat : 4
• Scoville units : 2,500 - 5,000 SHU
• Growth height : Approx. 80-100 cm
• Fruit size : Slender and elongated, about 15-20 cm
• Fruit colour : red
• Country of origin : Italy