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AJI AMARILLO, DESTEMMED - Kosher/Gluten Free

Aji Amarillo Destemmed, Aji Escabeche, Yellow Chile, or Peruvian Chile
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AJI AMARILLO, DESTEMMED - Kosher/Gluten Free

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Description:

Aji Amarillo is thought to have originated from Bolivia or Peru. It is one of the most common chiles in Peru and is also known as Aji Escabeche, Yellow Chile, or Peruvian Chile. The Aji Amarillo is about 4 to 5 inches long and starts off green, ripen to a shiny yellow, and mature to deep orange color with a medium-hot flavor and fruity, berry flavor. Chiles offers a variety of health benefits, Capsaicin, the predominant capsaicinoid, has been found to work as an anticoagulant and small amounts of capsaicin can produce numbing of the skin. Chiles are a source of antioxidants and are high in Vitamin C. Our Aji Amarillo chiles are destemmed.

Ingredient Statement:

Aji Amarillo Chiles.

 

Delicious in avocado tostadas, Aji Amarillo can also be added to pineapple salsa or mango chutney. Add Aji Amarillo to heat up your favorite chili or burrito recipe. Warm and fruity it lends itself perfectly to savory sauces and marinades for chicken, beef, and pork.

Recommended Preparation Instructions:

Soak in hot water for 10 minutes to soften or add directly to a braised dish.

Product Description

Aji Amarillo is also known as Aji Escabeche, Yellow Chile, or Peruvian Chile. Chiles offer a variety of health benefits, Capsaicin, the predominant capsaicinoid, has been found to work as an anticoagulant and small amounts of capsaicin can produce numbing of the skin. Chiles are a source of antioxidants and are high in Vitamin C. Our Aji Amarillo chiles are de-stemmed.

Physical

Color: Orange-red with shades of yellow.

Flavor: Hot with a slightly fruity flavor.

Size: Approximately 4-6 inches long.

Chemical

Moisture: 20%

Sulfites: N/A

Ingredient Statement:

Aji Amarillo Chiles.

Allergen Statement

Contains no allergens.

Packaging & Storage

Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).

Packaging: Polybag in box.

Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.

About Nutritional Information

Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size about 1 chile (10)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 30Calories from Fat 0
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat .5g1%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g 
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 10mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 7g2%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 4g 
Protein 1g 
Vitamin A50%
Vitamin C6%
Calcium0%
Iron4%
* The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.