Inca Red Drop

Inca Red Drop Pepper Seeds (10+Seeds/Packet)

The Inca Red Drop Pepper is a rare Peruvian heirloom, treasured for its unique teardrop shape, glossy scarlet color, and bold flavor. Compact plants produce abundant clusters of peppers, making them not only productive but also ornamental. Known in Peru as Aji Charapita’s cousin, these peppers balance fruity sweetness with a lively kick of heat.

✔ Scoville Rating – Mild to medium heat (approx. 30,000–50,000 SHU).
✔ Flavor Profile – Fruity, tangy, and slightly smoky with a bright chili bite.
✔ Growth Habit – Bushy plants packed with dozens of glossy red drops, making them ideal for container growing or garden beds.

🍴 Culinary Applications

Inca Red Drop peppers are prized by chefs for their versatility:

• Sauces & Salsas – A natural choice for Peruvian-style hot sauces and bright, tangy salsas.

• Pickling – Their size and shape make them perfect for pickling whole, locking in flavor and crunch.

• Infusions – Drop them into oils, vinegars, or even spirits for a bold kick.

• Garnish – Their glossy, jewel-like look makes them an eye-catching topping for ceviche, tacos, and grilled meats.

• Cooking – Stir into stir-fries, curries, and rice dishes for color and balanced heat.

Chefs and home growers alike love Inca Red Drop peppers for their combination of beauty, flavor, and versatility — a true gourmet pepper straight from the Andes.

👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch: Inca Red Drop Pepper

Bright, jewel-like peppers with a fruity tang and medium heat. Their teardrop shape makes them perfect for plating whole, pickling, or floating in ceviche. Chefs love them for bold Peruvian sauces, chili oils, and garnishes that pop with both flavor and color. A true conversation piece on the plate — balanced, versatile, and eye-catching.