Aji Pasco

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Aji Pasco
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F-L-R-5-014
C. frutescens
10,000 - 50,000
Hot (15,001–100,000 SHU)
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A C. frutescens type. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Clocks in at 10,000–50,000 SHU — solid heat — enough to make you pay attention. Originates from South America. From the Aji tradition — South American peppers known for fruity flavor profiles and medium heat.

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How hot is the Aji Pasco?

The Aji Pasco measures 10,000–50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a hot pepper — roughly 6 times hotter than a jalapeño (which tops out around 8,000 SHU).

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