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Today, we want to learn about the history of peppers.

The ingredient that can be easily seen in Korean cuisine is 'pepper'! 

Peppers with spicy taste and rich nutrition!

Since when have we been able to meet peppers at our table?

Let's take a look at the history of chili peppers!


1) the introduction of red pepper 

『Jibongyuseol (芝峯類說)』, 1614, Lee Su-gwang

Chili peppers have been eaten by our friends since a long time ago

In fact, it is said to have been introduced in the early 17th century.

In Japan's 草木六 耕種 Act

It is recorded that a Portuguese delivered chili peppers in 1542,

Even in Korea's Jibongyuseol (芝峯類說), red pepper was introduced from Japan and is called 倭芥

Based on the records, it is presumed that it was passed on to Korea through Japan! 

2) the ingredients of red pepper 

Chili peppers, which used to be labeled "苦草," are used today to mean that the "苦" of peppers is bitter,

During the Joseon Dynasty, it was used to mean spicy, so it shows the characteristics of a hot pepper in your mouth!

This characteristic is due to the ingredient called capsaicin!

Capsaicin prevents the spread of oil and helps the development of lactic acid bacteria.

3) Chili peppers in kimchi 

Salted fish was added to kimchi in the late 1700s after chili pepper was introduced,

At the same time, the demand for salt increased sharply in Joseon society at that time

The salt shortage phenomenon is also seen as the reason why chili peppers are added to kimchi!

So that the capsaicin of the pepper prevents wild flakes and doesn't smell fishy

It acts as a preservative and is used as a substitute for salt

Spicy taste was added to our kimchi, and red kimchi appeared! 

We learned about the history of chili peppers that enriched our table!

Chili peppers and red pepper powder that add flavor and health to various dishes,

Enjoying the taste and aroma of chili peppers with DY Food Co., Ltd

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Source: Korean National Culture Encyclopedia, Red Peppers / Cheongyang Newspaper, History of Red Pepper Powder and Kimchi