Capsicum Also known as Bell Pepper and Sweet Pepper Capsicums are frequently used both chopped and raw in salads or cooked in stir-fries or other mixed dishes. They can be sliced into strips and fried roasted whole or in pieces or chopped and incorporated into salsas or other sauces. They are suitable for stuffing with fillings such as cheese meat or rice. Red and yellow peppers are riper and more flavourful than the more common green variety.