Types of Other Exotics

Capsicum baccatum is termed Aji throughout South America. The pods have a distinctive fruity flavor, and can be used fresh in salsas or dried and ground into powders.

Capsicum frutescens includes the Tabasco plant, which is famously used in hot sauces and salsas. <p>

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Asparagus, White
Baby Cauliflower

Boniato
Broccoflower (Green Cauliflower)
Broccoli Rabe (Chinese/Italian/Rapini)

Cactus Leaves (Nopales)
Okra
Tomatillo

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Types of Other Exotics

Capsicum baccatum is termed Aji throughout South America. The pods have a distinctive fruity flavor, and can be used fresh in salsas or dried and ground into powders.

Other Exotics Varieties

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