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Aji is the Caribbean word for chili and/or peppers. It is typically associated with Peruvian cuisine, and is often mixed together with garlic and red onions to form a paste, sauce or marinade.

A great article: "The Best Ceviche in Lima, Peru". Classic ceviche preparations are a mix of fish, salt, red onions and ají, Peru's unique line of chili peppers, all doused in lime juice. (The marinade is called leche de tigre, or tiger's milk.)

Aji Panca Organic Chili Pods (dried)
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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.

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

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Aji Amarillo Organic Chili Pods (dried)
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Aji amarillo, or amarillo chili, is the most common type of aji and is one of the most important ingredients in Peruvian cooking. It has a heat level of 7 on a scale of 10 (50,000 Scoville units). It is great in combination with meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, pasta, and rice dishes, and is used to season nuts.

The unique flavor of the Aji Amarillo makes it worth seeking out and incorporating into your cooking. Even though it is a "chili pepper" it has a lot of fruitiness combined with its heat, unlike poblanos or jalapenos which can be harsh. It is a very versatile chili, suitable for everyday use as it will complement your dish without overwhelming it.

Try them in these recipes:

  • Ceviche Con Tostones
  • Organic Aji Amarillo Chile Rellenos
  • Peruvian Inspired Chicken Stew

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.
  • Meet the producer.

Ingredients: Organic Amarillo chili.

1.25 ounce bag

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Aji Limo Organic Chili Pods (dried)
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Aji Limo is a chili grown and used mostly on the northern coast of Peru. The pod is 2-3 inches long and changes from a yellow to deep reddish-orange color when it ripens. Aji Limo is spicy (a heat level of 8 on a scale of 10; 60,000 Scoville units) and is primarily used to prepare ceviche and rice dishes. It is also wonderful as a base for chicken and pasta recipes, and a perfect way to add an extra flavor dimension to stew and chili.

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.
  • Meet the producer.

Ingredients: Organic Limo chili.

1.25 ounce bag

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Mole Coloradito
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Mole Coloradito is a blend of smoked and dried chiles and other Oaxacan ingredients like ripe tomatoes, nuts, seeds, spices, our own house-made chocolate and criollo corn tortillas.

  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • non-GMO Project Verified

Cooking tips: Poach, roast, or grill chicken, pork, or shrimp; for vegans use potatoes, green beans, or tofu. Heat the mole in a saucepan until the consistency coats the back of a spoon. Serve the warm mole over your meat or vegetables. Enjoy!

Ingredients: filtered water, tomatoes, safflower oil, sugar, corn tortillas, ripe plantains, dried chile ancho rojo, sesame seeds, sea salt, Oaxacan chocolate dried chile guajillo, peanuts, raisins, citric acid, smoked chili morita, garlic, cinnamon, whole almonds, dried Oaxacan oregano.

Contains tree nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds.

A 12 ounce glass jar

Price: $16.99
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Mole Negro
Mole Negro
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Known as the king of moles, Mole Negro is a well-balanced, delicious layered sauce made with a blend of smoked and dried chiles plus nuts, spices, tomatoes, tomatillos, house-made chocolate and criollo corn tortillas.

  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • non-GMO Project Verified

Cooking tips: Poach, roast, or grill chicken, turkey, or pork; for vegans use mushrooms, cauliflower, or tofu. Heat the mole in a saucepan until the consistency coats the back of a spoon. Serve the warm mole over your meat or vegetables. Enjoy!

Ingredients: filtered water, tomatoes, tomatillos, safflower oil, ripe plantains, sugar, dried chile ancho negro, sesame seeds, corn tortillas, Oaxacan chocolate, sea salt, dried chile guajillo, peanuts, raisins, dried chile chilhuacle negro, dried chile pasilla Mexicano, smoked chili morita, garlic, cinnamon, whole almonds, citric acid, dried Oaxacan oregano.

Contains tree nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds.

A 12 ounce glass jar

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Mole Rojo
Mole Rojo
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Mole Rojo Sauce comes from a blend of smoked and dried chiles plus local Oaxacan ripe tomatoes and a small amount of our chocolate that we make ourselves to balance out the flavor.

  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • non-GMO Project Verified

Cooking tips: Poach, roast, or grill beef, pork, or fish; for vegans use cauliflower, carrots, or zucchini. Heat the mole in a saucepan until the consistency coats the back of a spoon. Serve the warm mole over your meat or vegetables. Enjoy!

Ingredients: tomatoes, filtered water, safflower oil, sugar, dried chile ancho rojo, sesame seeds, sea salt, Oaxacan chocolate, dried chile guajillo, peanuts, raisins, smoked chili morita, garlic, cinnamon, whole almonds, smoked chile chipotle seco, dried Oaxacan oregano.

Contains tree nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds.

A 12 ounce glass jar

Price: $16.99
On Sale! $14.99
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