Ají Rojo
- Origin
- Peru
- Scoville Heat Units
- 30 000 - 50 000 SHU
- Flavor
- Fruity
- Color
- Red
- Shape
- Long and tapered
Description
The Ají Rojo, meaning simply red pepper in Spanish, is a traditional ají cultivated across South America. Its long, tapered pods ripen to vivid red with moderate to high heat and a fruity, aromatic flavor. A staple ingredient in Andean cuisine, it is used fresh in salsas, stews, and condiments throughout Peru, Bolivia, and neighboring countries.