Aji Delight

Sweet with fruity notes reminiscent of apple, juicy and flavorful without any heat.

Aji Delight is a unique cultivar of Capsicum baccatum originating from Peru. Unlike most baccatum peppers which carry moderate heat, this variety has been selected for its complete lack of pungency while retaining the species' signature sweet and fruity notes with hints of apple. The plants are vigorous and bushy, reaching heights of around 4 feet, and produce abundant harvests of 3 to 4 inch long tapered or bullet-shaped fruits that ripen from green to a vibrant red. The pods have thick, firm walls, juicy flesh, and a small core, with a crunchy texture that holds up well when cooked. These peppers are perfect for fresh use in salads, as a stuffing vegetable, or in stir-fries where they add flavor without heat. They can also be dehydrated and ground into a mild, aromatic powder. Growing Aji Delight is straightforward in full sun with well-drained soil, and the plants are known for their productivity even in cooler climates.

Aji Delight is a relatively new selection within the Capsicum baccatum species, notable for its rare heatless mutation while preserving the species' characteristic sweet and fruity profile. It was developed to offer a mild alternative to traditional hot ajis from Peru.

How hot is Aji Delight?

Capsi’s sourced range is 0 SHU (Lab-verified). Capsi uses a sourced range and a trust tier, not a single marketing number. How we verify heat: https://web.thecapsi.app/learn/heat-and-capsaicin/how-we-measure-heat

What does Aji Delight taste like?

Sweet with fruity notes reminiscent of apple, juicy and flavorful without any heat.

How do I grow Aji Delight?

Aji Delight: about 90 days to maturity, subtropical climate, full sun, hardiness zones 9-11.

What can I substitute for Aji Delight?

Bell Pepper, Cubanelle, Pimento, Ají Dulce