Fuquay Spice and Tea

Aji Amarillo, powder

Price: $3.89
Size
Price: $3.89

Distinctive, lemony, medium heat and fruity. Use in sauces, rice, soup, Peruvian Cuisine, stews, salsa and chilis.

Ingredients: Aji Amarillo Powder

Recipe to try

Radish & Snap Pea Creamy Polenta Bowls with Aji Amarillo, powder

Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon Aji Amarillo, powder
  • 1 tablespoon Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups radishes, quartered
  • 2 cups sugar snap peas, strings removed
  • 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
  • 1 cup dry polenta
  • 4 cups water
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan

Method

  1. Mix the featured seasoning with the olive oil and lemon juice.
  2. Cook the polenta in the water according to its package, stirring often. Stir in Parmesan.
  3. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add radishes, quartered and sugar snap peas, strings removed. Cook for 3 minutes, then add ¼ cup water, cover and cook for 8–15 minutes, until tender. Uncover to evaporate excess water.
  4. Spoon the polenta into four bowls. Top with the vegetables and drizzle with the seasoning mixture.

Flavor profile and pairings

Flavor: fruity chile warmth with a gentle savory edge.

Try it with: Peruvian-style sauces, rice, potatoes and seafood.