The word "aji" refers to a taste or flavor, particularly in regards to food. It is commonly used in Japanese cuisine to describe the savory and pleasurable taste of a dish. Full definition
Chef Mary Sue prepared two dishes: a Grilled Fish Taco with Cucumber Citrus Salsa, and a Ceviche with Aji Amarillo Peppers. (cookandbemerry.com)
A traditional Peruvian dish, papa a la huancaina is a spicy potato salad with creamy aji amarillo sauce, hard - boiledView full post» (okiedokieartichokie.me)
When served this way it tastes best with a dip of aji sauce and eaten by hand like fried chicken. (seriouseats.com)