Aji Amarillo Pepper Seeds: Grow Peruvian Flavors at Home

Discover the golden heart of Peruvian cuisine with our Aji Amarillo Pepper Seeds! An essential ingredient in South American cooking, the Aji Amarillo (literally “yellow chili pepper”) is prized for its unique, vibrant flavor that is as sunny as its brilliant orange-yellow color.

These peppers offer a beautiful balance of heat and taste, making them incredibly versatile in the kitchen. The plants are highly productive, yielding dozens of 3-5 inch long, thick-walled peppers that are perfect for everything from classic sauces to modern culinary creations. Bring a legendary taste of the Andes to your garden and your plate!

Key Details:

• Species: Capsicum baccatum
• Heat Level: Medium-Hot / 30,000 – 50,000 SHU
• Flavor Profile: Bright, fruity, and sun-kissed with notes of passionfruit and mango.
• Origin: Peru
• Days to Harvest: 90-100 days from transplant

Perfect For:

Making authentic Aji Amarillo paste, crafting vibrant salsas and sauces, adding a fruity kick to chicken and fish dishes, and creating a spectacular, flavorful chili powder when dried. If you love flavor as much as you love heat, this is the pepper for you.