Yellow chili peppers, also known as Güero Chil0s or Caribe chili, have a large SHU range because there are so many varieties of this pepper which obviously ranges from mild to pretty hot. They are often stuffed, roasted, grilled, pickled, steamed, sautéed, stir-fried, used on pizza, or pretty much you name it.

Yellow peppers may have earthy, sweet, fruity, floral or smoky flavors and the spice levels will vary dramatically between cultivars ranging from mild, moderate to scorching. The yellow color of the peppers is due to the presence of pigment compounds called carotenoids, which are also found in other yellow and orange fruits and vegetables.

Our yellow peppers guide helps you match pepper color to taste and heat, so you can find that perfect brightly hued hot pepper for your need. Note: We cover both yellow ornamental peppers and culinary hot peppers below in this list.

Yellow peppers are unique because they can taste a certain way while they’re yellow, but if you wait until they turn orange or red, they can exhibit a totally different taste. If you’re looking for a yellow pepper to fill your meal out, we have a list of 7 that should work for your needs.