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ají criollo (spicy ecuadorian hot sauce)

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Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
@lazyme5909
Grapeview, WA

Ají Criollo, is a spicy condiment made out of chilies, cilantro and lime juice and found in just about every household and restaurant in Ecuador. Traditionally, a jar or bowl of Ají Criollo is put on the table and folks add it to any of their meals to bring as much heat as they like to their plate. This is generally made fresh daily, but will last for about 3 days refrigerated.

yield 12 (1 cup)
prep time 10 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For ají criollo (spicy ecuadorian hot sauce)

  • 1/2 bunch
    cilantro
  • 4
    aji peppers (or serrano or jalapeno)
  • 2
    green onions, coarsely chopped (or equal amount of white onion)
  • 1
    lime, juiced
  • 1 Tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp
    white vinegar
  • 3 clove
    garlic
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • kosher salt, to taste

How To Make ají criollo (spicy ecuadorian hot sauce)

  • 1
    Combine all of the ingredients (except onion and salt) to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the ingredients are chopped and the consistency of a loose salsa is achieved.
  • 2
    Add the chopped onions and salt to taste.
  • 3
    Use as a condiment for ceviches, meats and stews.
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