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Aji Amarillo Chile Powder
Select Size:
1/2 Cup Jar - $7.25
Bottle Size: 4.25" x 2"
(Per Ounce Cost: $3.15)
1/2 Cup Bag - $6.45
Bag Size: 9" x 6"
(Per Ounce Cost: $2.80)
1 Cup Bag - $10.40
Bag Size: 7" x 4.25"
(Per Ounce Cost: $2.12)
The Aji Amarillo Chile is also known as Aji escabeche and is sometimes referred to as Peruvian chiles or yellow peppers. They are from South America, predominantly Peru, where they are the most commonly used chile. The chile pods are 4-5 inches long and burnt orange in color. They have a thin flesh and are medium hot, rating a 6-7 on a heat scale of 1-10.
Aji Amarillos have a subtle, lemony aroma and distinctive, fruity flavor. Use this chile pepper in salsas, sauces and stews.
This South America chile has a subtle, lemony aroma, fruity flavor, and medium hot heat (6-7 on a scale of 1-10).
Add to salsas, sauces, stews, chili, and marinades.
For 6 T of mix: Blend 4 T kosher salt with 2 t ground aji amarillo, smoked sweet paprika, and crushed red pepper
