Baccatum similar to Goldew

Baccatum Similar to Goldew

Yes, that is really the name on the pack.

This is a South African Capsicum baccatum very similar to the golden pickled pepper commonly sold under the name Goldew. We will leave it at that before somebody in a trademark office starts twitching.

It is the golden version of the low-heat, round, thick-fleshed baccatum type that works especially well pickled in a sweet brine. It is also very good fresh. See the Peachadew and traditional red Malawi Piquante versions for similar peppers.

Flavor and Uses

This golden version is slightly larger and, at least in my experience, even milder than the Malawi Piquante.

One of my go-to appetizers for football and wrestling PPV parties is pickled *Dew-type peppers, including Sugar Rush Cream, stuffed with herbed goat cheese and thrown under a broiler in a small cast iron skillet until the tops get just a little charred.

You’re welcome.

Here is the pickling recipe I personally use.

These also work well fresh, stuffed, or chopped into salads. The thick flesh and mild flavor make them pretty easy to use.

Heat Level

Basically none.

I have seen 100 SHU tossed around as a possible number. Maybe my tongue is busted from too many other hot foods, but I am not picking up much of anything.

Why Are You Being Weird About the Name?

Just calling it like it is.

This is a baccatum similar to a commonly sold South African golden pickled pepper product.

Grow a peck of your own similar peppers.

Got that, Peter?