Aji Mango pepper is a fruity and floral chili from South America, known for its distinct mango-like sweetness and aroma, along with a moderate to high heat level (100,000-150,000 SHU), and a piny flavor note. The peppers are typically 2-3 inches long, have thin walls, and ripen from green to a bright orange color. They are versatile in the kitchen, ideal for salsas, hot sauces, stir-fries, and can be dried and ground into a powder for year-round use.
Flavor and Aroma
Fruity & Mango-like: Its name comes from its sweet, tropical, mango-like flavor, which is less sharp and more full-bodied than other chiles.
Floral & Piny: Some describe a unique floral, almost piny, or pine needle-like aroma and taste.
Aromatic: The pepper is aromatic both in smell and flavor.
Heat Level
Moderate to Hot: The heat level typically ranges from 100,000 to 150,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), putting it in the hot range, though some sources give a slightly lower range like 25,000 SHU.
Appearance
Size & Shape: The pods are generally 2-3 inches long.
Color: They ripen from green to a bright orange.
These seeds were grown in isolation to preserve genetics.