Sub for Aji chili peppers?

[sunnysmile]

Aji peppers are used commonly in Peruvian food, but are not available where I live. Is there a good substitute that is readily available? I have access to jalapenos, serranos, pablanos....the common stuff.

 

[GotGarlic]

Hi, sunny This site, written by the wife of a Peruvian man, says to sub aji peppers with jalapeno: PERUVIAN RECIPES

Thanks for prompting me to look it up I've been wanting to make Papas a la Huancaína, and now I know what to sub - I can't find aji peppers, either.

 

[FincaPerlitas]

Aji is simply the Spanish word for pepper. The peppers in your Peruvian recipe are probably aji amarillo (capsicum baccatum). They have a fairly distinct flavor, not at all like jalapenos. If you can't find fresh, look for paste. It comes in a jar and should be available in most areas of the country.