The Padró pepper is a variety of green pepper originating from the Padró region in Galicia, Spain. It is a popular ingredient in Spanish gastronomy and is appreciated for its unique flavor and the particularity that some of the peppers are mild, while others can be surprisingly spicy. These small peppers are cone-shaped and relatively small in size, usually about 5-10 centimeters in length. They are bright green in color and their skin is thin and tender. The most distinctive feature of Padró peppers is their variability in the level of spiciness. Most peppers are mild and sweet, but occasionally one may come across a surprisingly hot pepper. Due to this quality, this one has become popular in Galicia: "Padró peppers, some bite and others don't". Padró peppers are generally fried in olive oil and served as a tapas or appetizer in bars and restaurants throughout Spain. They are often accompanied by coarse salt, which enhances their flavor. This delicious and simple preparation has contributed to the fame of these peppers as a unique and fun culinary experience, where each bite can be a little surprise in terms of its level of spiciness.