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aji

Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense

Family: Solanaceae

Category: Dicot

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Aji: A Culinary Exploration

The term "Aji" appears in diverse contexts, but most commonly refers to chili peppers and related culinary applications, especially in Latin American cuisine.

Common Uses:

  • Culinary Ingredient: "Aji" frequently denotes a chili pepper, ranging in pungency from mild to very hot. It is a staple in Peruvian cooking, often used as "aji amarillo paste."
  • Sauce/Condiment: It can also refer to a hot, spicy salsa served with dishes like empanadas. In Colombia and Ecuador, "Aji" is added to dishes for flavor and spice.
  • Dish Name: "Aji de gallina" is a popular Peruvian dish of chicken in a mildly spicy creamy sauce.

Considerations for Pets:

  • Aji peppers range in pungency.
  • Aji is commonly served as a spicy sauce.
  • Aji de gallina contains breadcrumbs and ground nuts.

Considerations for Children:

  • Aji peppers range in pungency.
  • Aji is commonly served as a spicy sauce.
  • Aji de gallina contains breadcrumbs and ground nuts.

Quirky Facts:

  • The 'Aji Lmo' pepper is a spicy Andean pepper known for its lemony flavor.
  • "Aji" (ah-Hee) means pepper in Peru.