The authentic costeño amarillo, also called the costeno amarillo yellow or capiscum annum is a lighter type of chile, considering its light lemon-yellow color and its taste. Sometimes, the color varies, to green shades, but the pepper is shiny and it tapers to a point. Their length is medium, as they grow up to 3 inches and their taste is rather mild, with a subtle and delicate heat level. This kind of chile is used in various meals, regardless of the cuisine, region and cooking style, as it is among the most popular types of chiles.