This chile, literally translated as “yellow chile”, is a key ingredient for Peruvian classics like ceviche, Aji de Gallina and Huancaina sauce. It has a fruity, medium heat that pairs well with chicken, fruit, or rice. We also love it for pineapple or other fruit salsas, and to heat up cheese sauce and scrambled eggs.
Aji amarillo chiles
Store Availability
Online Exclusive
Processing
ground
Taste Notes
fruity, comforting, warm
Perfect For
ceviche, huancaina sauce
Diet & Lifestyle
Kosher, Peppercorn-free, MSG-free
Chile powders are an easy way to blend heat, warmth, and depth into different dishes.
Aji Amarillo Ground Chiles
Sunny in color with a fruity heat, adding warmth to salsas, ceviches, and beef stew.
Customers love the rich, fruity chile flavor and gentle-to-moderate heat, often describing it as smooth, complex, and pleasantly warming. It shines in Peruvian cooking, especially picante de pollo, roast chicken, fish, lamb rubs, quinoa soup, Spanish rice, and even scrambled eggs. Many also appreciate the bright color and sweetness that deepen dishes without overwhelming them.
This is a northern-style chili recipe, calling for beans, tomatoes, and featuring nine different herbs and spices. It may not be authentic by most Texans' standards, but it is delicious.Serve with ...
The Aji Amarillo lends outstanding color and flavor to any recipe that requires chili powder. My childhood favorite is a Spanish rice recipe for stuffed red peppers. The Aji Amarillo is next level.
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Phil D.
Aji Amarillo
Essential and excellent for making Peruvian roast chick, sauteed fish, and as a rub for lamb. Recommended.
