Bolivian Spanish word
el locoto
Meaning: Andean hot pepper
Start with lesson 1
Greeting at any hour and saying your nameLesson 1, level A0
Start lesson 1How it is used in Bolivia
The hot pepper behind a lot of Bolivian heat, and the reason a dish like pique 'a lo macho' can be spicy. It's often served on the side (llajwa) so you control how much you take.
Green, yellow or red, thick-walled, and the heart of llajua. Heat varies, so ask «¿pica mucho?».
Learn it in a real situation
Food, Restaurants, and Dietary Needs