Follow the thread
Bright, crisp, and fruity, aji amarillo packs a punch with its unique flavor profile that balances heat and sweetness. Its vibrant yellow color and fragrant aroma bring life to any dish.
Where it comes from
Hailing from Peru, aji amarillo is a key ingredient in Peruvian cuisine, often found in beloved dishes like ceviche and causa. Its name translates to 'yellow chili,' reflecting its striking appearance.
In the kitchen
Aji amarillo is a bright yellow chili pepper with a fruity, slightly spicy flavor, commonly used in Peruvian cuisine. It adds a vibrant color and distinctive taste to dishes like ceviche and causa. Aji amarillo can be used fresh, dried, or as a paste, each form lending different nuances to dishes.
What's different
- Medium heat, fruity and berry-like.
- Staple in Peruvian ceviche and ají sauces.
Other forms of Chili Pepper
Chili Peppercanonical
Scotch Bonnet
Cherry Pepper
Dried Chili
Bird's Eye Chili
Kashmiri Chili
Chipotle
Habanero
Jalapeno
Banana Pepper
Fresno Pepper
Shishito Pepper
Padron Pepper
Fermented Chili
Poblano
Espelette Pepper
Mulato Chili
Pasilla Chili
Serrano Chili
Ancho Chili
Guajillo Chili
Aji Panca
Aji Charapita
Long Chili
Choricero Pepper
Aji Limo
Green Chili
Thai Chili
Aleppo Pepper
African Bird's Eye Chili
Dried Red Chili
Chipotle in Adobo
Aji Dulce
Pickled Chili
Nutrition (per 100g)
300kcalCal
6.0gProtein
0.5gFat
75.0gCarbs
5.0gFiber
Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database
