{"product_id":"zocalo-organic-aji-amarillo-paste-8-oz-peruvian-chili-paste","title":"Zocalo Organic Aji Amarillo Paste - 8 oz | Peruvian Chili Paste","description":"\u003cp\u003eZocalo Organic Aji Amarillo Paste is the essential base for Peruvian cooking, delivering the bright, fruity heat that defines the country’s vibrant sauces. Made from fresh aji peppers and then pureed and pasteurized, this paste preserves the peppers’ aroma while ensuring a smooth, ready-to-use texture. The heat level sits around 6 on a familiar scale, offering warmth and depth without overwhelming other ingredients. As the peppers mature, their color shifts from yellow to a warm orange, adding visual warmth to your dishes as you simmer and finish sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Peruvian kitchens, aji amarillo is a foundational element that shapes many traditional recipes. Zocalo Pastes capture that core flavor in a convenient form, so you can focus on balancing bright tang, herbal notes, and savory richness in your cooking. The product is USDA certified organic, with no preservatives, additives, GMOs, trans fats, refined sugars, or gluten, aligning with a straightforward pantry approach that respects taste and kitchen clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAji amarillo is among the most important peppers in Peruvian cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used as the base for many Peruvian sauces and dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from fresh aji, then pureed and pasteurized for safety and consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile for chicken, beef, seafood, pasta, rice, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% USDA Organic with no preservatives, no GMOs, no gluten, and no refined sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWays to use Zocalo Organic Aji Amarillo Paste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir into creamy sauces or soups to add warmth and brightness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhisk into marinades or dressings for grilled proteins and fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFold into rice, pasta, or quinoa for a Peruvian-inspired twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish roasted vegetables or seafood with a quick dash of paste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart classic Peruvian dishes by using this paste as your flavor base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorage and preparation tips: Store in a cool, dry place. After opening, refrigerate and use within weeks for best aroma. Unopened paste remains shelf-stable when kept away from heat and sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What can I create with Zocalo Organic Aji Amarillo Paste?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: From Peruvian classics to everyday sauces, this paste adds warmth, depth, and brightness to chicken, seafood, pasta, and rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is Zocalo Aji Amarillo Paste certified organic and free from common allergens?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, it is USDA Organic certified and free from GMOs, gluten, refined sugars, and artificial preservatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Nuvantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52449239236884,"sku":"B0962BL12Q","price":21.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/1851\/8292\/files\/zocalo-organic-aji-amarillo-paste-bottle.jpg?v=1777915665","url":"https:\/\/nuvantry.com\/products\/zocalo-organic-aji-amarillo-paste-8-oz-peruvian-chili-paste","provider":"Nuvantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}