{"product_id":"fresh-aji-dulce","title":"Fresh Organic Aji Dulce Peppers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5 lb or 3 lb Case · Peak Summer Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Level: Very Mild · Typically 0–1,000 SHU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAji Dulce Peppers are aromatic Caribbean peppers prized for delivering the fruity, floral character of a habanero with little to no heat. These peppers are offered \u003cstrong\u003efresh from the field\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a fragrant aroma, gentle sweetness, and complex tropical flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Aji Dulce peppers are essential to many Caribbean and Latin American dishes, particularly Puerto Rican sofrito. They pair especially well with onions, garlic, cilantro, tomatoes, beans, rice, seafood, chicken, pork, and slow-cooked stews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are fresh peppers for cooking and eating. We do not sell seeds or plants. They are sold fresh—not dried, ground, pickled, or preserved.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are Aji Dulce Peppers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAji Dulce—Spanish for “sweet chile”—refers to a group of aromatic peppers grown throughout the Caribbean and parts of Latin America. They are especially important in Puerto Rican, Dominican, Venezuelan, and Cuban cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAji Dulce peppers resemble small habaneros and share their intensely fruity, floral aroma, but they are generally very mild. Their flavor is sweet, tropical, and slightly smoky, with enough chile character to give dishes depth without adding significant heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHeat can vary naturally from pepper to pepper, and an occasional fruit may be spicier than expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Fresh Aji Dulce Peppers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlend into Puerto Rican sofrito with onion, garlic, and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSauté as an aromatic base for beans, rice, soups, and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChop into salsas, marinades, relishes, or vinaigrettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd to seafood, chicken, pork, or braised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoast, grill, pickle, or preserve for later use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a simple preparation, finely chop the peppers and sauté them with onion and garlic in olive oil. Use the mixture as a flavorful base for beans, rice, soups, braised meats, or seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Aji Dulce Peppers are available only during the summer growing season. Because they are rarely offered fresh outside Caribbean and Latin American markets, availability is limited and varies with field conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship all produce via \u003cstrong\u003eovernight delivery nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nAt checkout, please select your \u003cstrong\u003epreferred delivery date\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eShipping Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  • Order by Thursday at 12 PM EST → Ships Monday\u003cbr\u003e\n  • Order by Sunday at 12 PM EST → Ships Wednesday\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf a delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will arrive on the next available business day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"1.5lb case","offer_id":52330477158701,"sku":"PRAD-8","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3lb case","offer_id":52330477191469,"sku":"PR-AD-14","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_3233_74498155-8531-4ef4-8006-695c8b154b3b.jpg?v=1788127259","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/fresh-aji-dulce","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}