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Aribibi Gusano Powder

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[Capsicum] Ground Aribibi Gusano pepper powder, a rare Bolivian variety with medium-high heat and intense flavour.

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Aribibi Gusano Powder

Aribibi Gusano powder comes from a rare pepper variety native to Bolivia, one of the genus Capsicum's greatest biodiversity centres, known for its sinuous, worm-like pod shape (gusano means worm in Spanish). It's made by drying ripe pods and grinding them fine.

The Aribibi Gusano Powder Plant

The Capsicum plant, typical of the Bolivian Andean valleys, produces small, twisted pods ripening from green to bright red.

How to Sow Aribibi Gusano Powder

Seeds for pod production are started indoors from February to March, transplanting once night temperatures stay reliably above 15°C.

How to Grow Aribibi Gusano Powder

Growing requires full sun, well-drained soil and regular watering, with potassium-rich feeding during fruiting to boost the yield of the distinctive twisted pods.

Tips for Aribibi Gusano Powder

Pods should be picked at full red ripeness and dried slowly to preserve colour and aroma, then ground only once fully dry for a fine, stable powder.

Diseases and Pests of Aribibi Gusano Powder

Like other Capsicum varieties it can be affected by aphids, spider mites and root rot from excess watering; good drainage greatly reduces these risks.

Uses and Curiosities of Aribibi Gusano Powder

Aribibi Gusano powder is prized by collectors for its rarity and intense flavour, with medium-high heat suited to sauces and meat dishes.

Properties of Aribibi Gusano Powder

It contains capsaicin, responsible for its heat and thermogenic properties, plus vitamin C and antioxidants preserved through drying.

Nutritional Values of Aribibi Gusano Powder

  • Calories: about 282 kcal
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Fiber: 35 g