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Aji Limo (Capsicum chinense) refers to a variet of chili/chile; an extremely hot South American chili/chile that is related to the Habanero. It has a beautiful lantern shaped pod with a deep red colour. Hotness Scale is 9 Moreoverm Aji Limo is a very small, elongated hot pepper indigenous to Peru and Bolivia, where it is called Aribibi. It comes in red and green varieties and is used mainly for making Salsas.

Aji Amarillo is also known as Aji Mirasol (Capsicum baccatum) which refers to a deep yellowish red chile, 3 - 5 inches long with a distinctive berry like flavour. Aji Amarillo is used to make stews, escabeche, salsas, yellow mole and other sauces. It can also be used as a condiment. Hotness Scale is 7

Anchellini refers to a short -cut pasta; a small bead-shaped pasta which is slightly larger than Acini di Pepe. Anchellini is synonymous to Piombi. Both can be used for vegetable and thin soups and broths.

Avocado Leaf (Avocado leaves - plural) refers to a leaf from the avocado tree that is commonly used as a fresh or dried seasoning in food dishes prepared in Central Mexico. The leaves of the the Mexican Avocado species has usually an anise scent. It is used in meat dishes, soups and stews, providing a somewhat bitter flavor with an anise tasting overtone. Some studies have been undertaken to determine if various species of avocado leaves are toxic and how harmful they may be for consumption. Although it appears as if the toxic agent is present in a species of the Guatemalan Avocado, the leaves of other varieties continue to be used as seasonings, apparently with the belief that the amount used is so small that it is not harmful for consumption. Avocado leaves are also used as a garnish for appetizers, salads and other food dishes.

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Armorie is a short, short-cut, wavy pasta which is also known as Stortini. Both can be used for vegetable or thin soups and broths.

Ajiaco refers to a thick soup/a stew with three (3) types of potato, chicken, and corn, that is served with capers, cream, and avocado.Ajiaco is also known as the national dish of Cuba. It is one of the Cuban foods which mostly served during special occassions and holidays. Moreover, Ajiaco is a very old-fashioned stew-like dish, incredibly tasty and nutritious which features several of the most typical root vegetables used in traditional Cuban cuisine. This dish is so hearty that it can be served as the only dish in a meal, especially if it is served for lunch.