Aji Amarillo Chile Powder

Aji Amarillo Chile Powder

Sweet and spicy sums up our amazing Aji Amarillo Chile Powder. This flavorful ingredient is made from the highest quality dried and ground Aji Amarillo Chiles. Aji Amarillo chilis are also referred to as Peruvian chiles or yellow chilis. The word “aji”  translates to chili or chili pepper. This special chile is a Peruvian favorite and when combined with garlic and red onion is considered part of the Peruvian holy trinity.

All chilis are flavorful, but bright orange Aji Amarillo Chilis have a unique taste. They are four to five inches long, have a dense consistency, and feature a delicious citrusy aroma. They have a thinner flesh compared to other chilis, and a feature medium-hot heat similar to cayenne and tabasco peppers. Their complex flavor profile that features a combination of floral, berry and fruity notes similar to raisins and they feature the perfect amount of heat that creates a pleasant after taste without leaving your mouth burning.

Aji Amarillo Chile Powder is most common In Peruvian cuisine, but is growing in popularity in the United States as more and more folks are enjoying Peruvian dishes. It is also commonly added to salsa recipes, rice, vegetables, pasta, glazes, dips, soups, and stews. Sprinkle it on meat, seafood, popcorn, nuts, and other snack foods to enhance the flavor. Aji Amarillo Chile Powder can also be added to breads, muffins, biscuits, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods. The sky is the limit for using Aji Amarillo Chile Powder. It even makes a delicious substitution for other spice blends and traditional chili powder, too.

Add Mount Hope Wholesale Aji Amariil Chile Powder to your spice cabinet and you’ll see it will soon become your favorite, go-to ingredient. It is conveniently available in one-pound bags and bulk, 25-pound cases.