— LEAVES, BLOSSOMS, SPROUTS & CRESSES
Sweet Peeper
Sweet Peeper are the shoots with leaves of Ipomoea (sweet potato). Due to its high creative value, good bite in combination with the long-lasting, simple, dry and bittersweet taste it will elevate dishes to the next level. The yellow leaves and pink/red shoots add an extra dimension to the dish while giving a nod to its origin: the sweet potato.
Availability Sweet Peeper
Origin
Sweet Peeper are the shoots with leaves of Ipomoea (sweet potato). The sweet potato was originally discovered in Mexico, though in contrast to what the name would suggest, it is not related to the potato. The shoots are about 11 cm to 16 cm long.
How to store
Sweet Peeper is available year-round and can be kept at a temperature of between 2-7°C, in the dark, for up to seven days.
How to use
Sweet Peeper goes perfectly with both hot and cold dishes such as soups and salads. It takes dishes to the next level thanks to its high creative value and good bite in combination with the long-lasting, simple, dry, and bittersweet taste. In addition to the leaf, you can also use the pickled shoots as a fine addition to salads and sandwiches.