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Ají Limo | Local Hot Pepper From Peru | TasteAtlas

Ají limo

(Qillu uchu, Lemon drop chili, Lemon drop pepper, Ají limon)

Aji límo (also known as lemon drop pepper) is a Peruvian hot pepper with a citrusy tang and a Scoville heat unit of 15,000-30,000. When mature, its color becomes golden-yellow, and the flavor becomes fruity, with some people comparing it to fresh lemongrass.


This chili variety is ideal for spicy salsas, hot sauces, and dishes based on chicken or fish. In Peru, it is often used as a seasoning for various main meals and snacks.