Aji amarillo paste is made of aji amarillo peppers, garlic, cumin, and salt. It is a thick, orange-colored paste that has a slightly sweet flavor with a touch of heat. It is commonly …
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So what is Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce) you ask? Aji Verde is a standard fresh-made condiment in Peruvian cooking that decidedly falls somewhere between salsa, pesto, and aioli. Made with a little mayonnaise, nutty cheese, cilantro, spicy peppers, garlic, and lime, Aji Verde is comforting and packed with vibrant flavor.
FreshAjí Amarillo: It gathers most of its natural moist and this is the most used kind ofají amarillo in Peruvian cuisine. Ají Mirasol: This is the name given toají amarillo when you let it dry out in the sun. The taste becomes less spicy but more strong. Some people combine both types of ají to get particular flavors in their dishes.
Apart from its delicious taste,ají amarillo has great medicinal properties. One of its main ingredients, capsaicin, is used to elaborate painkillers. It is also a big source of vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, iron, magnesium and potassium. Ají amarillo paste or sauce