Aji Panca Organic Chili Pods (dried)

One of the most common types of aji (chili) in Peru, Aji Panca is 3 to 5 inches in length and has a thick flesh that matures from a green to dark red in color. Distinct from the other ajis in its spiciness, Aji Panca is mild in heat intensity (a heat level of 2 on a scale of 10; 1,500 Scoville units) and provides a fruity, berry-like flavor that goes well in stews, sauces, and fish dishes.

Aji panca is so sweet, so berry-like, that it can be finely chopped or ground into a powder and tossed into foods to add a sweet, mild heat.

• Try them in this Ceviche Con Tostones Recipe!
• Mix it with lime juice and whisk to drizzle over freshly sliced avocado for an afternoon snack or nice appetizer!
• Make a paste and marinate your fish, chicken or pork before cooking.
• Avocado and Grapefruit Salad with Aji Panca Vinaigrette
• The fruity characteristics and mild heat also work great with chocolate, whether incorporated into a chocolate sauce or baked into a cake or cookies, it will add that extra dimension and "WOW" factor!
• Dark Chocolate-Panca Spiced Baked Empanadas

To create a paste, remove the stems and soak ajis in water overnight. Drain and mix ajis in a blender with salt, pepper, garlic and extra virgin olive oil. For a more mild paste, remove the seeds and veins before blending. You can freeze the paste for longer storage as necessary.

• 100% USDA Organic Chili Pods.
• Gluten Free.
• This product contains no dairy, soy, refined sugar, preservatives, additives, trans-fat, or genetically modified ingredients (GMOs).
• Certified Kosher.
• A Rooted Foods Product.
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Ingredients: Organic Panca chili.

1.25 ounce bag