A selection of chillies from South America

South America is a continent rich in food ingredients and the true home of the chilli or ‘aji’. It’s a continent boasting over 300 varieties of chilli pepper and a key region of supply.

Red, green and yellow chillies, red and green Jalapeños… the Incas were key in establishing these everyday products.

Chillies from South America: Amarillio, Limo, Ricotto, Panca, Charapita, Cayenne and Habanero