• Lucas
• 06 May, 2026
• • Holy Trinity
  • Cajun Cooking
  • Cooking Basics
  • Ingredient Science
  • Mirepoix
  • Culinary History

Why Do Cajun Recipes Always Use Green Bell Peppers?

Picture this: You’re at the grocery store, ready to tackle that amazing jambalaya recipe you found. The recipe calls for the “Holy Trinity” — onions, celery, and a green bell pepper. But right next to the green ones are the vibrant red, sunny yellow, and bright orange peppers. They look so much prettier! A little voice whispers, “Does it really matter which color I use?”