Source: Atlas Obscura
The ají charapita is a pea-sized, bright-yellow chili pepper that grows in the jungle regions of Peru. With a Scoville rating between 30,000 and 100,000 units, the ají charapita certainly packs a noticeable punch, and eating one raw is not recommended.
Beyond the heat, however, is a citrusy, slightly fruity note that imparts a unique flavor to dishes of all kinds.In Peru, especially in jungle cities such as Tarapoto and Iquitos, you’ll often find an array of salsas and…
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