ABSTRACT
Capsicum fruits in different forms are intensively used in many parts of the world as additives in food for their very strong pungency and aroma, as well as for their pharmacological and therapeutic effects as a stimulant and counter irritant (Govindarajan, 1986; Manirakiza et al., 1999). Paprika normally grows in tropical and temperate regions, and has more recently been introduced in the southern parts of US. It is used as a table spice, as well as in the food and meat processing industry in Europe and in Japan. Several varieties of peppers are commercialized all over the world and are generally considered to be a balanced source of essential nutrients, containing proteins, minerals, vitamin C, sugars and lipids. Several natural pigments and aromas are contained in sweet peppers varieties (Govindarajan, 1986).
