Nothing on the label suggests it wouldn’t be.

Is this have a lot of heat to it?

It can vary quite a bit from very hot to barely hot at all, depending on several factors such as the growing conditions, time of harvest, the way it was processed, etc. Even the very hot ones though you can prepare the Peruvian way which is to saute the panca pepper puree en a few table spoons of oil over a medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes until the oil separates from the reduced pepper puree which will become a bit clumpy and much more dry. That processes out nearly all of the "hotness" of the pepper but preserves the flavor. Same goes for the other variety of Peruvian hot peppers.

Which of these inca’s pastes would be best for a “tex-mex” flavor? I have a recipe that calls for a “tex mex paste”.

In order to get Tex-Mex flavor in a dish , jalapeño, tomato, onion,garlic, cilantro and lime would be the the main ingredients to obtain that distinctive taste. The Inca paste is for Peruvian dishes. Bon appetite!

If you mean is it hot, yes. If you mean does it include an array of diced, no. This paste is made from Peruvian peppers. It is not "breathtaking" in it's heat, but a staple of the national cuisine.

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🔥 Spice Up Your Life with Aji Panca!

EASY TO USE - Convenient paste format makes it simple to add depth to any recipe.
ELEVATE YOUR DISHES - Transform ordinary meals into culinary masterpieces with a touch of Aji Panca.
VERSATILE INGREDIENT - Perfect for marinades, sauces, and dips—unleash your creativity in the kitchen!
HEALTH CONSCIOUS CHOICE - Low in calories and packed with flavor, indulge guilt-free!
AUTHENTIC PERUVIAN FLAVOR - Experience the rich, smoky taste that only comes from Peru's finest peppers.

Inca's Food Aji Panca Paste is a 7.5 oz jar of authentic Peruvian hot pepper paste, designed to add a rich, smoky flavor to a variety of dishes. Perfect for chefs and home cooks alike, this versatile ingredient enhances marinades, sauces, and dips, making it an essential addition to any kitchen.

Reviews

E**C

Great flavor!

It’s so hard to find authentic aji panca! So glad I found it on Amazon! Makes all the difference in cooking Peruvian foods. It’s not super spicy but adds all the flavor! Will keep buying here.

7.07.2025

B**P

Mild sauce with an wonderful fresh pepper taste!!!

Who knew Peru made some of the best pepper sauce!!!! This sauce is epic!!! It is not hot so anyone can enjoy it. It has a great flavor with not too much sauce and for those of you who like a pure fresh pepper taste, this sauce has it!!!! I just tried it yesterday with my pizza and was shocked it was so good!!! If you know a dish that can use a little pepper spice put on it this sauce would be perfect.

10.03.2025

A**R

Very very good.

Its really beyond anything i can figure out how to make - its really really tasty.

12.05.2025

A**R

Seguridad

Se ve bien todavia no lo he probado

2.09.2025

C**N

First jar arrived OK. Second jar arrived leaking. No refund allowed.

Ordered first jar to make a chicken dish I saw on Milk Street. Turned out delish! Second jar was for my sister. It arrived leaking. Since the jar said refrigerate after opening, I was afraid it would be spoiled so I threw it out after I tried to return it and got the message it was not eligible for replacement.

2.05.2024

K**0

Seal Issues

Item arrived just as most others have reported. The seal is weak and leaks inside the packaging. The manufacturer should improve the container or seal as many have reported the same issue. This is an essential ingredient in Peruvian cooking.

16.08.2024

A**R

Good tasting

Great

25.05.2025

C**O

Lo mejor

El mejor y más parecido alAjí panca casero. Siempre lo uso y no lo cambiaría por nada

3.06.2025

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