Aji Amarillo Sauce
Brighten up your culinary creations with this zesty Aji Amarillo Sauce, a vibrant and flavorful condiment that showcases the bold, fruity heat of Peru’s famous yellow chili peppers. Perfectly balanced with tangy lime juice, aromatic garlic, and a touch of cilantro for added freshness, this creamy, versatile sauce is an ideal pairing for grilled meats, seafood, roasted vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce for chips and bread. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, this quick and easy recipe offers a delightful way to infuse your dishes with authentic South American flavor. Optimized for convenience, it can be made using either fresh or jarred Aji Amarillo peppers to suit your needs. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or spicing up your everyday meals, this sauce promises to be a crowd-pleasing favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole Aji Amarillo peppers (fresh or jarred)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (optional)
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
If using fresh Aji Amarillo peppers, start by boiling a small pot of water. Add the peppers and cook them for 5 minutes to soften. Drain, let them cool, and then remove the seeds and veins to reduce the heat if desired. If using jarred peppers, they are usually ready to use once drained.
In a blender or food processor, combine the Aji Amarillo peppers, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and water. If you like cilantro, add it as well for an extra burst of freshness.
Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth, creamy consistency. You may need to stop and scrape the sides of the blender or food processor occasionally to ensure even blending.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice based on your preference.
Once the desired consistency and taste are achieved, transfer the sauce to a bowl or serving dish.
Serve immediately as a condiment to enhance grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, or as a dip with bread or chips.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1193 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
