Pepper Pulp

Pepper pulp is made from the fleshy part of peppers, typically bell peppers or chili peppers. The peppers are cleaned, processed, and often cooked or pureed to create a smooth or chunky pulp. It is used to add pepper flavor and color to foods.

Manufacturers add pepper pulp to provide a distinct pepper flavor, color, and texture. It is commonly found in sauces like ketchup, mustard, and barbecue sauce, as well as in processed meat products like frozen patties and burgers.

Pepper pulp is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of vitamins and antioxidants, though amounts vary depending on the type of pepper. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various pepper extracts and compounds, but specific evaluations for 'pepper pulp' as a distinct ingredient may vary. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from typical consumption.