ORIGIN: Aji amarillo chili powder, has its origins in ancient Peru and across the Andean region of South America. CUISINES: It is typically associated with Peruvian cuisine, and is considered part of its condiment trinity together with red onion and cilantro. TEXTURE: Aji amarillo literally means yellow chili; however, the yellow color appears when cooked, as the mature pods are bright orange. CHILE: Aji Amarillo Chiles are the most common chile in Peru, sometimes referred to as the yellow chile or the Peruvian chile. Aji amarillo chili powder, has its origins in ancient Peru and across the Andean region of South America. It is typically associated with Peruvian cuisine, and is considered part of its condiment trinity together with red onion and cilantro. Aji amarillo chile literally means yellow chili; however, the yellow color appears when cooked, as the mature pods are bright orange. Aji Amarillo Chiles are the most common chile in Peru, sometimes referred to as the yellow chile or the Peruvian chile.