Description
Species: Chinense | Origin: Peru | Heat: very hot Aji Charapa is wild variety found in the northern region of the Peruvian jungle, close to the city of Iquitos. In this area, the people are called "Charapas", hence its name. The small tepin like spherical pods measure a maximum of 1/4 in diameter and mature from green to a red and/or yellow. This variety is not grown commercially, but mostly in backyards or is harvested from wild plants. The Aj? Charapa is eaten fresh with foods or used as an ingredient in preparing all types of dishes
