Aji Rico

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Aji Rico
Ají RicoEdit
B-L-R-3-002
C. baccatum
1,000 - 5,000
Medium (1,001–15,000 SHU)
RedEdit
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A member of the C. baccatum group. Ripens to red, long/tapered pods. Clocks in at 10,000–50,000 SHU — solid heat — enough to make you pay attention. Roots trace to 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 Rico?

The Aji Rico measures 1,000–5,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it a medium-heat pepper — milder than a jalapeño.

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