misc What is this film?

[Hydrangea]

Hey all, I am fermenting a pepper mash for the first time to make hot sauce.

Fresno Peppers
Scotch Bonnets
Small Mango
Half a small onion
1” ginger
4 cloves garlic
3% weight salt

7 days in I noticed this slimy white film forming in a couple of spots. The mash smells funky like you’d expect from lacto ferment but not unpleasant. I scraped it all off and tossed it but I want to be sure I can still use the mash as I was planning to blend it with vinegar and spices tonight.

Does anyone know what I’m dealing with?

 

[The Hot Pepper]

Kahm yeast unless you start to see green specs or fuzz (mold).

 

[Downriver]

I know it's probably too late but....imo, it could be kahm yeast, but I think it looks a little too slimy for my liking. I wouldn't process it yet. I'd give it a few more days and do like the Boss says, watch for color or fuzz.