Authentic Peruvian Sauces — U.S. Distribution

The Flavor of
Peru, Delivered

From our family's table to yours — curated sauces
imported with love and purpose.

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Our Story

From Lima to the Sunday Table

In the late 1980s, my parents, Pedro and Gladys, made the courageous choice to leave Peru and immigrate to the United States to build a better life. Settling in Southern California, they raised our family with an unwavering commitment to hard work and heritage. As their oldest son, I watched them navigate a new country while keeping our roots firmly anchored in the traditions they brought with them.

"No matter how far apart our journeys took us, one rule remained sacred: Sunday family dinner."

Every single week, we gather around a table filled with the vibrant, unmistakable aromas of authentic Peruvian cuisine — from the bright, sharp citrus of a fresh ceviche and the smoky sizzle of lomo saltado, to shared stories over a pisco sour. For us, these flavors are the ultimate expression of love, resilience, and connection.

We founded this company to capture that exact Sunday feeling and bring it to your family. We are currently in the research and development phase of our product creation, meticulously refining our formulas with the goal of launching our first premium food line later this year. By combining my parents' rich culinary heritage with strict quality standards, we craft authentic Peruvian foods designed to turn any everyday meal into a celebration of culture, comfort, and home.

An Invitation to Authentic Flavor

Pull up a chair. Whether you are looking to bring authentic Peruvian flavors to your home or discuss commercial partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.

Pedro and Gladys — the family behind Aji Imports, photographed in Peru

Pedro & Gladys on the Islas Uros, Lake Titicaca — the spirit of Peru, always with us

Authentic Peruvian ceviche — fresh citrus, chiles, and seafood
"These flavors are the ultimate expression of love, resilience, and connection — Pedro & Gladys brought Peru with them, and we carry it forward."
Our Curated Sauces

The Pantry of Peru

Our inaugural product line is in active development — each recipe rooted in the authentic flavors of Peru that have graced our family's Sunday table for decades. These are the flavors we are bringing to you.

Aji amarillo peppers — vibrant yellow-orange Peruvian chiles
Junín & Lima Valleys
Aji Amarillo Paste
Peru's most iconic pepper — fruity, floral heat with a vivid golden color. The soul of lomo saltado and aji de gallina.
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Fresh green herbs and Peruvian spices — huacatay black mint
Andean Highlands
Huacatay Black Mint
Ancient Andean herb with a complex aroma — herbal, minty, and slightly anise. Essential to ocopa, papas a la huancaína, and countless traditional dishes.
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Red rocoto peppers — bold and smoky Peruvian chile
Arequipa
Rocoto Pepper Cream
Bold, smoky, deeply red — the rocoto carries genuine heat alongside a rich, fruity depth. A staple of Arequipa cuisine and a revelation in any kitchen.
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Fresh salsa criolla — bright onion, aji, and citrus relish
Lima & Coast
Salsa Criolla Base
Crisp, bright, and acidic — red onion, aji amarillo, cilantro, and lime. The finishing touch on anticuchos, ceviche, and everything in between.
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For Peruvian Producers

We Are Your Bridge to the U.S. Market

We are in active product development and are selectively building relationships with Peruvian sauce and condiment producers who share our commitment to authenticity and quality. We are planning to launch our first premium food line later this year and are looking for the right partners to grow with us from the ground up.

Our distribution vision targets specialty food retailers, Peruvian diaspora communities, and gourmet grocers across the United States — starting in Southern California. We are building something that honors the producers behind the product, and the families whose Sunday tables made those flavors worth sharing.

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Hablamos español. Estamos aquí para crecer juntos.

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Authentic Sourcing

We source directly from family producers — no intermediaries, no compromises on quality or origin.

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Full FDA Compliance

We manage all U.S. import requirements, FDA registration, FSVP verification, and customs documentation on our end.

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Long-Term Partnership

We are not transactional importers. We invest in relationships with producers who want to grow with us over years, not seasons.

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U.S. Market Development

We actively build retail relationships, diaspora market presence, and brand awareness for the sauces we carry.

Our Process

From the Andes to Your Shelf

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We Source

Curated selection directly from Peruvian family producers, chosen for authenticity, provenance, and generational craft.

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We Import

Fully FDA-compliant importation under the Foreign Supplier Verification Program — every shipment properly registered and documented.

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We Distribute

To specialty food retailers, Peruvian diaspora community markets, and gourmet grocers across the United States.

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We Grow Together

Long-term partnerships built on shared heritage, mutual investment, and the belief that great food deserves a wider table.

The Family Behind the Flavors

Our Founders

Ben — Co-Founder, Aji Imports
Ben
Co-Founder & Importer

The oldest son of Pedro and Gladys, Ben grew up watching his parents build a life in Southern California without ever letting go of Peru. Raised on Sunday dinners that smelled of aji amarillo and huacatay, he founded Aji Imports to bring that same sense of home to families across the country.

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Business Partner — Co-Founder, Aji Imports
Business Partner
Co-Founder & Operations

Bringing operational expertise and a deep appreciation for Peruvian culture to Aji Imports. Together, the team is building the infrastructure to carry Pedro and Gladys's culinary legacy to kitchens across America — with care, quality, and purpose.

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Let's Build Something Together

Whether you grow it, import it, sell it, or love it — we want to hear from you. Supplier inquiries, wholesale questions, and partnership conversations are especially welcome.

We respond to all inquiries within 48 hours. For supplier partnerships, please include your product categories and production region.

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Thank you for reaching out. We'll be in touch within 48 hours.
Gracias por contactarnos — le responderemos pronto.

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Based In United States
Serving suppliers in Peru & beyond
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Business Status Registered U.S. Business
FDA Importer Registration In Progress
Response Time All inquiries answered within 48 hours

We communicate in English and Spanish.
Si prefiere comunicarse en español, con gusto lo hacemos. Nuestro equipo tiene raíces peruanas y entendemos lo que significa trabajar con productores locales.